# Double Bubble (Colle Manora)

> Sparkling, Piemonte DOC Charmat Brut by [Colle Manora](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/colle-manora.md), Monferrato, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/double-bubble).

- **Producer:** Colle Manora
- **Style:** Sparkling
- **Denomination:** Piemonte DOC Charmat Brut
- **Grape:** Chardonnay 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** Del Papa
- **Production area:** Vineyard "Del Papa"
- **Soil:** Clay and marl
- **Exposure:** South, south-east
- **Vinification:** Early harvest, hand-picked into small crates for the right balance of acidity and alcohol. Soft pressing, natural settling after cooling, temperature-controlled fermentation. Second fermentation by the long Charmat method, 6 months on the lees in autoclave. Natural cold stabilisation with no chemical fining agents.
- **Serving temperature:** 8-10 °C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

Chardonnay sparkling wine made by the long Charmat method from the "Del Papa" vineyard, on clay and marl soils. The name and the Zagato label recall the double-bubble roof of the 1957 Ferrari 250 Tour de France Zagato.

## Tasting notes

Pale straw yellow with greenish reflections. Fresh and fruity, with a pleasant background note of bread crust. Full and pleasant palate with good persistence and an almond finish.

## Food pairings

Aperitifs, gatherings and celebrations.