# Senatore Primo Spumante (Villa Doria)

> Sparkling, Piemonte Rosso DOC by [Villa Doria](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/villa-doria.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/villa-doria-senatore-primo-spumante).

- **Producer:** Villa Doria
- **Style:** Sparkling
- **Denomination:** Piemonte Rosso DOC
- **Grape:** Barbera-based
- **Production area:** Hills across the whole of Piedmont
- **Harvest:** Hand harvest
- **Vinification:** Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel for about 8 days, then a short passage in steel after blending. Second fermentation in bottle by the Traditional (Classic) Method, about 9 months on the yeasts before disgorging and liqueur d'expédition.
- **Serving temperature:** 8 °C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05



## Summary

Traditional Method sparkling red from Piedmont grapes, continuing the tribute to founder Daniele Lanzavecchia Senior. Alcohol 12.5% vol.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red. Intense red fruit and an elegant floral fragrance; colourful, compact foam and fine, persistent perlage; fresh, fairly tannic, full-bodied and smooth.

## Food pairings

Aperitif, cold cuts, first courses and pork; also fresh cheese and dry pastry.