ALTA LANGA DOCG SPUMANTE BRUT TRADITIONAL METHOD

For Alessandro, the Alta Langa region has always been associated with La Malora, Fenoglio's tales, and the work of those who have always lived more than 600 meters above sea level and who, with dedication and commitment, have devoted their entire lives to caring for hazelnut orchards. Today, these people cultivate Chardonnay and Pinot vines on their land. As he does not own vineyards in Alta Langa, Alessandro dedicates this wine to those who supply him with the grapes to produce it: "It is good to buy from these people who have finally received recognition."

Tasting notes: straw-yellow in colour, the aroma is intense and reminiscent of the typical notes of Chardonnay combined with a pleasant hint of bread crust. The taste is fresh, dry, delicately acidic, tempered by a remarkable softness.

Food pairing: Alta Langa is an indispensable accompaniment to oysters. You can also serve it as an aperitif or to celebrate special occasions.

Vineyard

Municipality: Alta Langa municipalities

Soil type: clayey marl with rich presence of fossils and sand

Grape varieties: 85% Chardonnay and 15% Pinot Nero

Year: 2021

Harvest: manual

Winemaking

Method: direct and soft pressing of the grapes, fermentation of the must at low temperatures (16°C). Ageing: secondary fermentation in bottle (classic method) at 15°C and maturation on fermentation yeasts for at least 30 months. This is followed by a period in bottle of no less than 6 months

Alcohol content: 12.5%

Winemaker: Alessandro Bonelli

Serving temperature: 8º C

Azienda Agricola Alessandro Rivetto

From the stunning views of La Morra to the rolling hills of Sinio, from the prestigious vineyards of the Barbaresco area, in the municipality of Alba, to the ancient soils of Serralunga d’Alba, the property of the prestigious Alessandro Rivetto preserves and reveals some of the most authentic and emblematic expressions of Langhe. It is a unique heritage expressed in the wines it produces — authentic interpreters of the land, capable of telling its story with new nuances with each harvest. Production stems from careful listening to nature and a deep understanding of the vineyards; it seeks to highlight the unique character of each hillside, transforming it into wines with a distinct and recognisable identity.

The passion for wine and the long experience in the sector — developed through a lifetime of learning and observation — are essential attributes of Azienda Agricola Alessandro Rivetto. Alessandro's grandfather — Ercole — introduced him to the vineyards and the cellar, just as his great-grandfather Giovanni had done before him. Ercole had deep ties to his homeland. He knew how to transform his father's intuition and use it as a starting point to explore new productive possibilities.

In Alessandro's own words, «he gave me the pleasure of working with a smile on my face. I learned this from him: to love what I do and do what I love, bringing a smile to the people I meet and to those who taste my wine.»