Spumante Metodo Classico 'Cuvée Zero' Extra Brut - Cascina Chicco

CUVÉE ZERO – CASCINA CHICCO

The soul of Nebbiolo in a masterfully crafted sparkling wine.

Cascina Chicco’s Cuvée Zero is a traditional method sparkling wine made from Nebbiolo grapes vinified as a white. Among the winery’s first sparkling experiments with Nebbiolo, it perfectly bridges tradition and innovation.

Hand-harvested grapes are gently cold-pressed. The first fermentation occurs in stainless steel at controlled temperatures, followed by 6–8 months of aging before bottling for the second fermentation. The wine is then aged on its lees for at least 30–36 months, enhancing its finesse and depth.

It shows a pale straw yellow with greenish hues. The perlage is fine and persistent. The bouquet features fresh, yeasty aromas of bread crust. On the palate, it is crisp, dry, and well-structured, with vibrant acidity and a long, refreshing finish.

Ideal occasions: perfect as an elegant aperitif or paired with traditional cured meats, seafood dishes, and fresh cheeses. A unique Metodo Classico to toast special moments.

This Nebbiolo Metodo Classico briefly

Denomination: Spumante
Vintage: 2021
Dosage: Extra Brut
Grape variety: Nebbiolo
Region: Piedmont (IT), Canale (CN)
Refinement: 30/36 months sur lie
Serving temperature: 6/8°C
Alcohol content: 13,5% 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.