# Crucànt (Cascina Faletta)

> Sparkling, Spumante Brut Metodo Martinotti by [Cascina Faletta](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/cascina-faletta.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/cascina-faletta-crucant).

- **Producer:** Cascina Faletta
- **Style:** Sparkling
- **Denomination:** Spumante Brut Metodo Martinotti
- **Grape:** Pinot Nero, Chardonnay
- **Soil:** Loamy clay soil, deep and cool
- **Vinification:** Martinotti method: the English page states fermentation for 80 days in closed tank with a further 80 days of bottle aging, while the Italian page states tank fermentation at controlled temperature with the mousse taken in autoclave and only 3 months of bottle aging (durations conflict between the two pages).
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

Crucànt is a Pinot Nero and Chardonnay sparkling wine made with the Martinotti method.

## Tasting notes

Light straw yellow with an elegant, persistent perlage; fragrant and dry, sapid with a slightly bitter finish.

## Food pairings

Good as an aperitif; pairs with structured first courses, elegant main courses, fried fish, grilled vegetables and strong cheeses.