# Al Sole (L'Armangia)

> White, Piemonte DOC Cortese by [L'Armangia](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/l-armangia.md), Asti, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/l-armangia-al-sole).

- **Producer:** L'Armangia
- **Style:** White
- **Denomination:** Piemonte DOC Cortese
- **Grape:** Cortese 100%
- **Harvest:** September 9th to 20th, depending on the year
- **Vinification:** Vinified entirely in stainless steel at 17-18C, with partial malolactic fermentation and lees ageing at low temperature. Some carbon dioxide from fermentation is retained, giving the wine a light natural sparkle. Bottled in winter.
- **Serving temperature:** 9 to 11 C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

A 100% Cortese white with a naturally light sparkle from partially retained fermentation CO2.

## Tasting notes

Light straw colour, often with green hues. Delicate aromatics, slightly acidic and salty, clean and harmonious. Fruity and fragrant, with a persistent bouquet of banana, apricot, citrus and fresh hay. Easy to drink and best young.

## Food pairings

Hors d'oeuvres, light fish, shellfish, pasta, risotto, vegetable dishes, bruschetta and light snacks; also good as an aperitif.