# Alta Langa Extra Brut (Giovanni Sordo)

> Sparkling, Alta Langa DOCG by [Giovanni Sordo](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/giovanni-sordo.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/giovanni-sordo-alta-langa-extra-brut).

- **Producer:** Giovanni Sordo
- **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
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05



## Summary

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.