# Valente (Borgo Moncalvo)

> Sparkling, Alta Langa DOCG by [Borgo Moncalvo](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/borgo-moncalvo.md), Asti, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/borgo-moncalvo-valente-metodo-classico-rosato-alta-langa-docg).

- **Producer:** Borgo Moncalvo
- **Style:** Sparkling
- **Denomination:** Alta Langa DOCG
- **Grape:** Pinot Nero 100%
- **Soil:** Terra Bianca limestone-rich clay soils
- **Vineyard planting:** High-elevation Guyot-trained old vines
- **Vinification:** Metodo Classico rosé made only from Pinot Nero, using only the grapes' natural sugars, including for the second fermentation in bottle. At least 30 months on the lees.
- **Serving temperature:** 6 to 7 C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

The estate's first Alta Langa: a Metodo Classico rosé from Pinot Nero, 12.5 to 13% vol., aged at least 30 months on the lees.

## Tasting notes

Slightly pink, creamy, fleeting mousse with fine, continuous bubbles. Orange-tinged pink colour with bright reflections. Changing, fruity aroma with hints of bread crust and toasted hazelnut. Soft on the palate, with good complexity and persistence.

## Food pairings

Excellent as an aperitif with small appetisers, antipasti and fish dishes.