# Alta Langa Zero Dosage (Barberis)

> Sparkling, Alta Langa DOCG by [Barberis](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/barberis.md), Langhe, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/alta-langa-docg-zero-dosage).

- **Producer:** Barberis
- **Style:** Sparkling
- **Denomination:** Alta Langa DOCG
- **Grape:** Pinot Nero 80%, Chardonnay 20%
- **Production area:** Terraced vineyards along the road from Cortemilia to Bergolo
- **Soil:** Predominantly sandy with marly veins
- **Exposure:** South
- **Harvest:** Hand-picked, from the second half of August to early September; the best bunches are selected
- **Vineyard planting:** Guyot, 6,000 vines/ha; terraces supported by Langa stone arches
- **Vinification:** Chardonnay macerated on the skins for about 15-20 hours; Pinot Nero whole bunches soft-pressed. Fermentation at controlled temperature, then the best lots are selected for the blend, followed by static clarification, 1-2 rackings and weekly bâtonnages. In spring, on a waxing moon, tirage for the second fermentation. 48 months on the lees, then a further 5-6 months after disgorgement before release. No dosage. Closure: Mytik stopper.
- **Serving temperature:** 6-8 °C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

Non-dosed Metodo Classico Alta Langa resting 48 months on the lees, 13% vol. The web shop lists the 2021 vintage as a limited edition, disgorged February 2025.

## Tasting notes

Bright straw yellow with golden reflections and a very fine perlage. Notes of yellow flowers, golden apple, white peach, hazelnut, brioche and liquorice. Vibrant and savoury on entry; complex, harmonious and persistent on the finish.

## Food pairings

A food wine for the whole meal. In Piedmont: bagna cauda, gnocchi with Castelmagno, fritto misto alla piemontese. In Italy: ravioli, lasagne, sautéed mushrooms, seared tuna, bollito misto. Worldwide: sushi, ramen, vegetable tempura, roast stuffed turkey.