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Vineyard management follows the principles of \u003cstrong\u003eorganic farming\u003c\/strong\u003e, confirming Cocchi’s respectful approach towards the environment and local biodiversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with manual harvesting, followed by the separate fermentation of the musts in steel tanks, without the use of barrels. Clarification takes place through cold decanting, in order to select only the purest parts for the blend. Second fermentation in the bottle takes place according to the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e, with ageing on the lees for forty-six months, defining a complex and refined structure. The choice of \u003cstrong\u003eExtra Brut\u003c\/strong\u003e dosage provides a dynamic and vertical sip, where the energy of citrus fruits merges with light notes of white pepper and original \u003cstrong\u003emarine nuances\u003c\/strong\u003e of nori seaweed in the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and interesting facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis prestigious organic sparkling wine celebrates the vocation that \u003cstrong\u003eGiulio Cocchi\u003c\/strong\u003e has upheld in Piedmont since 1891. The excellence of the 2020 vintage is expressed through the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e, thanks to a slow ageing on the lees lasting forty-six months. Originating from a single plot on the prized marl-limestone soils of Monforte d’Alba, this \u003cstrong\u003eAlta Langa DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e has been awarded the 'Corona' by Vinibuoni d’Italia and 'Two Red Glasses' by Gambero Rosso. 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On the nose, it reveals a broad and complex bouquet, characterised by notes of candied citrus and hints of fine pastry. On the palate, it is structured and substantial, with a vibrant sapidity and a citrus texture that leads to a fragrant finish with echoes of citron. Its decisive gustatory dynamics make it ideal for pairing with oysters, seafood risottos, salmon canapés, and \u003cstrong\u003ebattered fried foods\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrigin\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates in Piedmont, in the heart of the Alta Langa territory, from vineyards situated above 250 metres in altitude on the right bank of the Tanaro river. The cool and sunny exposures allow for optimal ripening of the grapes, preserving their natural freshness. The \u003cstrong\u003ewhite marly-limestone soils\u003c\/strong\u003e give the bunches a distinctive saline character and a solid potential for evolution. The combination of altitude, climate, and clonal selection defines a precise territorial identity, offering an expression with a \u003cstrong\u003emarked gustatory tension\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with manual harvesting and soft pressing of the bunches. The first fermentation takes place in \u003cstrong\u003esteel vats\u003c\/strong\u003e for about three weeks, followed by cold decanting. At the end of winter, the blend is created before the secondary fermentation according to the Metodo Classico. The subsequent maturation \u003cstrong\u003eon the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e continues for at least 48 months in a cool, dark environment, giving the wine considerable depth. 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