Sparkling

Alta Langa

By Franco Mondo, Nizza, Piemonte, Italy

Franco Mondo Alta Langa

A metodo classico sparkling wine from Chardonnay and Pinot Nero grown in the Langa astigiana up to 450 metres, aged at least 36 months on the lees.

Tasting notes

Straw yellow with golden highlights and a fine, persistent perlage. Aromas of bread crust and a flinty minerality, ripe yellow fruit and a floral hint of wisteria, with light toasted hazelnut notes. Crisp and saline on the palate, structured and fresh, with barely perceptible acidity.

Pairs well with

Raw fish, shellfish and intensely flavoured vegetables; also good with second courses of raw meat, cheeses and truffle dishes.

Technical details

Style
Sparkling
Denomination
Alta Langa DOCG
Grape
Chardonnay 60%, Pinot Nero 40%
Production area
Langa astigiana, up to 450 m altitude
Vinification
Bottle-fermented (metodo classico): refermentation in bottle followed by ageing on the lees for at least 36 months, disgorged à la glace, then a further minimum 6 months' ageing in bottle.
Serving temperature
8-10°C

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