# 1998 (Rapalino)

> Sparkling, Alta Langa DOCG by [Rapalino](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/rapalino.md), Langhe, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/rapalino-1998).

- **Producer:** Rapalino
- **Style:** Sparkling
- **Denomination:** Alta Langa DOCG
- **Grape:** Chardonnay 50%, Pinot Nero 50%
- **Production area:** Neviglie, Camo
- **Soil:** Hard, clayey-calcareous soil
- **Exposure:** South, south-east
- **Harvest:** August
- **Vinification:** Metodo Classico, extra brut. Separate white vinifications of the two varieties in temperature-controlled steel tanks; the musts are blended before the first fermentation; 6 months on fine lees in steel with weekly batonnage before the second fermentation in bottle; 36 months in bottle on the yeast. 13.5% alcohol.
- **Serving temperature:** 8 °C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

The estate's first sparkling wine, an Alta Langa Metodo Classico made from equal parts Chardonnay and Pinot Nero. It was created to mark the winery's first 20 years.

## Tasting notes

Pale straw yellow, crystal clear, with fine and persistent bubbles. Aromas of white and pink flowers, bergamot and a light bread crust. Fresh, full entry with excellent structure, picking up citrus and white and green pulp fruit, with a long, clean finish.

## Food pairings

Ideal as an aperitif; perfect with raw vegetables and raw seafood.