About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
Chardonnay and Pinot Nero are grown on the hills of the Langhe, in predominantly clay soil. The vines are Guyot-trained at a density of approximately 4,800 plants per hectare.
Grapes
Chardonnay and Pinot Nero.
Vinification
Harvest takes place from late August to early September. The grapes are collected in crates and immediately subjected to gentle pressing. Part of the must ferments in stainless steel.
In the following spring, the base wine is prepared for secondary fermentation with selected yeasts and sugar. It is bottled and stored in a cool environment, where refermentation and prise de mousse take place according to the traditional method.
Ageing
The wine remains on its lees in bottle for at least four years. It is subsequently transferred to pupitres and riddled in the traditional manner for approximately 30–40 days, clarifying the wine and bringing the natural sediment to the bottle cap. Disgorgement and recorking complete the process.
Technical data
Alcohol: 12.5% vol.
Tasting profile
The colour is a moderately intense yellow, animated by a fine, persistent perlage. Bread crust and yeast mingle with Chardonnay's primary aromas, softened by ageing and bottle refermentation, forming a complex, broad and persistent bouquet.
The palate is fine, delicate and intense. Pinot Nero contributes body, while Chardonnay brings delicacy and acidity. The wine is pleasantly dry, long and savoury, with a very fine and persistent stream of bubbles.
Serving and pairing
Ideal as an aperitif and versatile enough to accompany an entire meal.
Label / history
The wine has carried the Alta Langa DOCG denomination since the 2008 vintage.
