Refined hospitality among the vineyards of Franciacorta at the Wine Resort Corte Lantieri in Capriolo

Harmony, quiet, reconnection with nature. And then relaxation, good food and excellent wines. This is what Corte Lantieri di Capriolo offers its guests, a refined Wine Resort immersed in a large estate among the vineyards of Franciacorta , a land of great wines loved by Italian and foreign tourists and wine lovers. The ideal place to spend a weekend or a week's holiday away from the crowd, to allow yourself the luxury of taking back your time and recharging your energy, in total freedom and privacy. Surrounded by lush vineyards, Corte Lantieri is set in a suggestive hilly landscape . Here, each season offers a different spectacle: from the bright colors of spring to the warm autumn tones of the vine leaves. Immersed in the green countryside, it is in such a position that you can easily reach Iseo , with its picturesque historic center and beautiful beaches, and Sebino with the charm of Monte Isola , the highest lake island in Europe. Furthermore, the Wine Resort is located just half an hour from Brescia and Bergamo : both Capitals of Culture in 2023, these fascinating cities are an authentic treasure chest of artistic and historical treasures protected by UNESCO.

Sleeping in an ancient palace Attached to the winery of the same name , among the most famous and historic in Franciacorta, surrounded by the greenery of the vineyards and the garden with large panoramic terraces and a wonderful swimming pool overlooking the rows , the Wine Resort was created from the careful renovation of the ancient noble palace of the Lantieri de Paratico family and is located right above its historic cellar dating back to the eighteenth century , where today the company's prized Franciacorta wines rest in the dim light. Refined and welcoming environments, Corte Lantieri has seven large rooms to give guests maximum space and privacy. Personalized furnishings and attention to detail, the rooms open with large windows onto the Franciacorta morainic amphitheater ensuring unparalleled relaxation.

On the table, refined local cuisine. In the restaurant - also open to those who do not stay in the Wine Resort and its flagship - Chef Gabriele Cristini 's dishes interpret the seasons and tell with personality the gastronomic tradition of Franciacorta and the lakeside tradition of the nearby lake 'Iseo, enhancing local products and vegetables, fruit and aromatic herbs from the lush vegetable garden planted among the company's vineyards. Among the classics, the Risotto with Millesimato Franciacorta creamed with Robiola due latte , the Casoncelli della Corte with sparkling butter and sage , the pasta with lake fish , the inevitable traditional Rovato beef with extra virgin olive oil which pays homage to the dish- symbol of the territory and the equally inevitable appetizers with typical products , such as dried Sardine from Sebino and Montisola salami. On the summer menu , among the first courses are Fusillone with seasonal vegetables, crispy bacon and pecorino , Spaghetti from Gragnano with lake carbonara , potato gnocchi with broad bean pesto and smoked trout . Second courses include fillet of char au gratin with garden herbs on potato cream and Fassona steak on spicy basil mayonnaise . The homemade desserts are a delight, from the warm berry soup to the warm apple puff pastry with fior di latte ice cream, from tarts to semifreddos and desserts. To accompany the dishes, the pleasantness of the fine Franciacorta from Cantina Lantieri, also offered by the glass. Tastings in the cellar and walks among the organic vineyards The cellars of the estate are worth a visit, where guided tastings are also organised: in the oldest part, which dates back to the eighteenth century, the bottles rest on high stacks in the dim light, while in the modern one the various phases of winemaking according to the most advanced technologies. By visiting them, you discover how the fine Franciacorta wines are made , produced from grapes harvested manually in the 22 hectares of organically cultivated vineyards which extend mostly around the cellar, where you can go for pleasant walks . They are best represented by Franciacorta Cuvée Brut NV Lantieri , which in 2019 won the title of World Champion in the Classic Brut Non-Vintage Blend category at the CSWWC (The Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championship), the most important competition in the sector created by Tom Stevenson, the world's leading expert on Champagne and Sparkling wines ( S

A bit of history The Lantieri de Paratico , a noble and ancient family from Brescia, have Franciacorta roots that date back more than a thousand years ago , given that the first certain date that documents them dates back to 930 AD. C. The noble suffix "de Paratico" signifies their previous settlement in the town of the same name in Franciacorta, on the border with Lake Iseo, where they built in the 11th century. a magnificent castle . History has it that Dante Alighieri was a guest there and, inspired by the landscape, wrote some verses of Purgatory there. In the sixteenth century the family moved to Capriolo where it distinguished itself for the production of wines , with which it also supplied the courts of Mantua, Ferrara and Milan, where the prized Rubino di Corte Franca was particularly appreciated. The winemaking tradition has continued to this day and even today the company headquarters are located in Capriolo, next to the ancient family palace.