2015 Contratto Alta Langhe Special Cuvee Pas Dose DOCG

FINE, PRECIOUS, ELEGANT Crafted from the finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, the Special Cuvée Riserva boasts a unique personality, characterized by extraordinary minerality and a long finish. A sparkling wine that captivated us from the very first sip. Today, it is finally available as Alta Langa DOCG Riserva. TASTING NOTES COLOR : bright golden yellow with copper hues PERFUME : herbs and citrus with dried apricots, thyme and orange blossoms TASTE : starting fresh and incredibly complex, with delicate notes of toasted hazelnuts and pastry, create the perfect combination for a mineral finish. The perlage is fine, creamy and persistent GRAPE VARIETY 90% Pinot Nero, 10% Chardonnay VINEYARD Bossolasco VINIFICATION After destemming, the grapes are crushed without pressure. From the pressed grape we obtain free run must, which is the most precious part of the juice. The first fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; after which the Pinot Noir rests in stainless steel for about 9 months, while the Chardonnay is aged in French oak. The second fermentation takes place in bottle and is followed by at least 90 months aging on its lees. T I R A G E : about 9 months after harvest A G I N G O N – L E E S : at least 90 months D O S A G E A T D I S G O R G E M E N T : zero AVERAGE PRODUCTION 7.000 bottles