About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
Chardonnay is grown on the hills of the Langhe in calcareous, marly soil. The vines are Guyot-trained at a density of approximately 4,800 plants per hectare.
Grapes
Chardonnay.
Vinification
Harvest takes place from mid- to late August. The bunches are selected manually in the vineyard and collected in perforated crates to protect them during transport. A second manual selection is performed at the winery before the intact bunches are loaded directly into the press for gentle pressing.
After clarification of the free-run must, primary fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks. The resulting base wine remains on its fine lees with bâtonnage until the following spring. Base wines from the same harvest are then assembled into the cuvée, followed by tirage and bottling. The second fermentation takes place in the bottle according to the traditional method.
Ageing
The wine matures on its yeasts in bottles held in temperature-controlled rooms. The technical description specifies a period exceeding 30 months, while the 2020 presentation states 36 months on the yeasts. Maturation is followed by remuage and disgorgement à la glace.
Technical data
Alta Langa DOCG. Vintage traditional-method Blanc de Blancs, classified Extra Brut. The published technical sheet presents the 2020 vintage.
Tasting profile
Straw yellow with golden reflections and a fine, persistent perlage. Extended yeast ageing accentuates notes of bread crust and yeast alongside the elegant primary aromas of Chardonnay. The bouquet is broad, persistent, complex and classically balanced. Dry, rich and savoury on the palate, with pronounced acidity; fine, delicate and intense.
Serving and pairing
Suitable as an aperitif and as a sparkling wine for the entire meal.
