Sparkling

Alta Langa Extra Brut

By Giovanni Sordo, Barolo, Piemonte, Italy

Giovanni Sordo Alta Langa Extra Brut

Traditional-method Alta Langa from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay bought from trusted growers, 36 months on the lees.

Tasting notes

Straw yellow with golden highlights; fine, persistent bubbles. Notes of white fruit and citrus, ending with bread crust and yeast. Harmonious on the palate with a delicate sapidity. Ageing potential over 8 years from disgorgement.

Technical details

Style
Sparkling
Denomination
Alta Langa DOCG
Grape
Pinot Noir 70%, Chardonnay 30%
Production area
Langhe, Roero and Monferrato; grapes from trusted growers, over 250 m
Soil
Marl, limestone-clay composition
Vinification
Destemming and soft pressing, white vinification in stainless steel at low temperature; 6 to 8 months on fine lees; traditional method with second fermentation in bottle and 36 months on the lees. 12% vol, 5 g/l sugar.
Serving temperature
6-8°C

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