# Blancdeblancs Metodo Classico Alta Langa (2018)

- **Producer:** Azienda Agricola Marcalberto
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** sparkling
- **Grapes:** Chardonnay
- **Region:** Piedmont, Italy
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 12.5%
- **Contains sulphites:** No
- **When to drink:** Now or Later
- **Serving temperature:** 7–9 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** pear, lemon, toasted bread, pastry, biscuit, almond, hazelnut

## About this wine

The Marcalberto Blancdeblancs Metodo Classico Alta Langa 2018 is a white sparkling wine from Piedmont, Italy, made exclusively from 100% Chardonnay grapes. It is produced under the Alta Langa DOCG appellation. Azienda Agricola Marcalberto, a family-run estate, is dedicated solely to Metodo Classico sparkling wines, with a philosophy centered on expressing the unique Alta Langa terroir. The vineyards are located in communes like Cossano Belbo and Loazzolo, at elevations ranging from 480 to 600 meters, on soils described as 'white ground,' marly, and chalky. The wine is made in a 'Pas Dosé' style, meaning it has no added sugar after disgorgement, to highlight the wine's inherent character.

## Interesting facts

- Blanc de Blancs means 'white from white' grapes – here, 100% Chardonnay.
- Pas Dosé means no added sugar, letting the pure terroir speak.
- Vineyards are at high altitudes, between 480-600 meters.
- The winery uses a traditional Coquard press.

## Food pairing

The wine's vibrant acidity and minerality cut through richer textures and complement delicate seafood. Its subtle complexity can stand up to nuanced dishes without overpowering them, while its effervescence cleanses the palate.

## Wine making process

The Marcalberto Blancdeblancs Metodo Classico Alta Langa 2018 begins with soft, whole-bunch pressing of 100% Chardonnay grapes. Alcoholic fermentation occurs partially in steel tanks and partially in used French oak barrels. The wine is then aged for approximately 8 months in old large barrels with weekly bâtonnage, remaining unfiltered and unclarified. Following bottling, it undergoes a minimum of 30 months of aging on lees. The wine is finished in a 'Pas Dosé' style, meaning no sugar is added after disgorgement.