{"product_id":"bel-colle-alta-langa-cuvee-valentina-extra-brut-2021","title":"Bel Colle Alta Langa Cuvee Valentina Extra Brut 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eBel Colle Alta Langa Cuvée Valentina Extra Brut 2021 is a refined sparkling wine from Piemonte that captures the character of the high hills of Langa with precision and elegance. Made from Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, it combines territorial expression with a distinctly personal story, honoring both the landscape and Valentina, after whom it is named. As one of the early plantings from the beginning of the 1990s, it reflects both the pioneering spirit of the region and the long-standing quality potential of Alta Langa.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Extra Brut shows the clean, bright personality expected of a serious Alta Langa, with a fine mousse and a luminous straw-yellow color. The nose is elegant and layered, offering fresh citrus, white flowers, green apple, and subtle brioche-like notes, with a mineral edge that speaks to its hillside origin.\n\nOn the palate, it is dry, precise, and well-balanced, with crisp acidity, creamy texture, and a savory, mineral finish. The Chardonnay brings tension and finesse, while the Pinot Noir adds structure and depth. Enjoyable now for its freshness and clarity, it also has the concentration and balance to develop gracefully over the next few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in Piemonte’s Alta Langa zone, this wine comes from a vineyard planted in the early 1990s on the high hills of Langa, where altitude and cool conditions help preserve freshness and aromatic purity. The vineyard’s heterogeneous mix of clones and rootstocks adds complexity and individuality, while the wine’s strong territorial identity reflects its deep integration with the local terroir. Vinification follows the traditional method for quality sparkling wine, with careful secondary fermentation and extended lees aging to build texture, finesse, and a more complete expression of the site.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBel Colle Alta Langa Cuvée Valentina Extra Brut 2021 is an excellent match for oysters, shellfish, sushi, tempura, delicate fish dishes, and light risottos, as well as simple appetizers like Parma ham or aged hard cheeses. Serve well chilled at 6–8°C to preserve its freshness and lift. Decanting is not recommended; instead, open shortly before serving to enjoy its fine bubbles and vibrant aromatics at their best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBel Colle is a respected Piemonte producer known for wines that express the character of the region’s hills and native terroirs with clarity and balance. Over the years, the winery has built a strong reputation for both traditional still wines and quality sparkling expressions, with a focus on authenticity and site-driven winemaking. Its Alta Langa cuvées reflect the area’s growing prestige and the producer’s commitment to crafting wines with identity, elegance, and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bel Colle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255074312529,"sku":"XW-56857","price":27.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/bel-colle-alta-langa-cuvee-extra-brut-metodo-classico-valentina-2021_56857_1_8d3ec5e2-9a6b-4f5f-bf5c-e111193e472f.webp?v=1783456556","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/bel-colle-alta-langa-cuvee-valentina-extra-brut-2021","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}