Alta Langa Spumante Extra Brut DOCG 2021 - Cascina Chicco

ALTA LANGA EXTRA BRUT – CASCINA CHICCO

Metodo Classico elegance born from the hills of Alta Langa.

The Alta Langa Extra Brut by Cascina Chicco is the latest addition to the winery’s traditional method sparkling range. A blend of 65% Pinot Noir and 35% Chardonnay, it comes from high-altitude vineyards in the renowned Alta Langa area of Piedmont.

Harvested by hand in mid-August, the grapes are cold-pressed and undergo fermentation in stainless steel. Bottled for the second fermentation, the wine rests on its lees for 36 months, developing complexity and a refined aromatic profile.

In the glass, it shows a brilliant straw yellow with golden highlights and a persistent, fine perlage. The nose is elegant and layered, offering white flowers, citrus, and white-fleshed fruit. On the palate, it is dry and structured, with citrus and mineral nuances leading to a long, clean finish.

Ideal occasions: perfect for refined aperitifs, seafood starters, shellfish, and fresh cheeses. A top-tier sparkling wine for toasting life’s special moments.

This Alta Langa briefly

Denomination: Alta Langa DOCG
Vintage: 2021
Dosage: Extra Brut
Grape variety: 65% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay
Region: Piedmont (IT), Canale (CN)
Refinement: 36 months sur lie
Serving temperature: 6/8°C
Alcohol content: 12,5% vol.

Winery Chicco

Cascina Chicco manages over 50 hectares of vineyards, spread across some of the most renowned areas of Roero and the Langhe, including Canale, Vezza d’Alba, Castellinaldo d’Alba, Barbaresco, and Monforte d’Alba. For four generations, Cascina Chicco has embodied the perfect balance between tradition and innovation. The Faccenda family has transformed an old farmhouse in the town of Canale into a cutting-edge winery, guided by a deep respect for the land. Vinification is tailored to each grape variety and the desired wine style. For white wines, the winery employs cryomaceration, a cold technique that enhances aromatic extraction, prevents oxidation, and brings out fresh, fruity notes. This process—cold maceration of the must with the skins—adds complexity, structure, and longevity to the wines. For red wines, longer macerations are used to achieve noble and delicate extractions. Aging follows in large oak casks and French oak barriques, highlighting the varietal and territorial character of each wine. This attention to detail continues in the underground cellar, a striking 5,000-square-meter space carved 28 meters deep into the hillside. Lined with terracotta bricks and gypsum crystals, it offers ideal conditions for aging—whether for traditional still wines or Metodo Classico sparkling wines made from Nebbiolo or Alta Langa grapes. Each label from Cascina Chicco reflects a distinct identity, shaped by vineyard work, enological sensitivity, and respect for time.