Cocchi Giulio
Alta Langa Extra Brut 2020
| Denomination | DOCG Alta Langa |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Ageing on the lees for 46 months until the first disgorgement. |
- Type and method: Organic Alta Langa DOCG sparkling wine, Classic Method Extra Brut 2020
- Grape varieties and vineyard: 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay from a single plot in Monforte d’Alba
- Ageing: 46 months of maturation on the lees which enriches the structure and adds complexity
- Aromatic profile: Notes of hawthorn, mille-feuille and citrus, with a finish of Mediterranean herbs
- Palate: Dry and savoury flavour, hints of pepper and nori seaweed; awarded by Gambero Rosso and Vinibuoni
Description
What kind of wine it is
Cocchi Alta Langa Extra Brut is an organic Piedmontese sparkling wine that precisely expresses the identity of the Alta Langa. Produced strictly following the Traditional Method, it originates from a balanced blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. To the eye, it presents a bright straw-yellow colour, enhanced by greenish reflections. The bouquet offers floral notes of hawthorn and yarrow, accompanied by lively citrus scents of lemon and grapefruit. On the palate, it is extremely dry, supported by a distinct limestone sapidity that makes each sip smooth and deep, with a finish characterised by returns of aromatic herbs.
Where it comes from
The grapes originate from a single plot in the municipality of Monforte d’Alba, an area of Piedmont historically dedicated to viticulture. The vines grow on dry, white marl-limestone soils, which give the wine a distinctive chalky tension. The altitude of over two hundred and fifty metres and the western exposure create a perfect microclimate for slow and steady ripening, preserving the freshness and definition of the aromas. Vineyard management follows the principles of organic farming, confirming Cocchi’s respectful approach towards the environment and local biodiversity.
How it is produced
Production 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 Traditional Method, with ageing on the lees for forty-six months, defining a complex and refined structure. The choice of Extra Brut dosage provides a dynamic and vertical sip, where the energy of citrus fruits merges with light notes of white pepper and original marine nuances of nori seaweed in the finish.
History and interesting facts
This prestigious organic sparkling wine celebrates the vocation that Giulio Cocchi has upheld in Piedmont since 1891. The excellence of the 2020 vintage is expressed through the Traditional Method, 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 Alta Langa DOCG has been awarded the 'Corona' by Vinibuoni d’Italia and 'Two Red Glasses' by Gambero Rosso. A refined cuvée that reflects a love for the local area and an absolute dedication to the pursuit of the highest quality.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1891
- Oenologist: Giulio Bava
- Bottles produced: 350.000
Giulio Cocchi completaCocchi’s original products and recipes was well-known during Belle Epoque and on the versatile scene of the Futurist period. Cocchi’s products and name were soon spreading worldwide, as shown by exportation documents to New York, London, Sydney, Colonial Africa and Venezuela, where the "Casa Cocchi de Venezuela" was founded and run for a long while in Caracas.
Since 1978, Giulio Cocchi is owned and operated by the Bava Family, themselves highly renowned wine producers in Monferrato and Langhe. Today the winery still maintains its artisan character and follows the original recipes, formulated by Giulio Cocchi in 1891, to craft the distinctive wines that have made the Cocchi a cult name. Among the results of last 30 years, the defense of Barolo Chinato from forgetfulness and the relaunch of Vermouth di Torino category. Storico Vermouth di Torino since 2011 has been the driving force for the rebirth of the top-of-the-range Vermouth di Torino on the international scene. Not to be forgotten the attention for the sparkling wines, with the committment for the valorization of Alta Langa DOCG.
With more than a century of uninterrupted activity behind it, Giulio Cocchi is registered in the National Register of Historic Enterprises. Read more
| Name | Cocchi Alta Langa Extra Brut 2020 |
|---|---|
| Type | White organic classic method sparkling wine extra brut |
| Denomination | Alta Langa DOCG |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Nero |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Cocchi Giulio |
| Story | History and interesting facts This prestigious organic sparkling wine celebrates the vocation that Giulio Cocchi has upheld in Piedmont since 1891. The excellence of the 2020 vintage is expressed through the Traditional Method, 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 Alta Langa DOCG has been awarded the 'Corona' by Vinibuoni d’Italia and 'Two Red Glasses' by Gambero Rosso. A refined cuvée that reflects a love for the local area and an absolute dedication to the pursuit of the highest quality. |
| Origin | Monforte d'Alba (Piedmont, Italy) |
| Soil composition | White soils, predominantly marly-limestone |
| Fermentation | 46 months |
| Production technique | Classic method |
| Wine making | Pressing of the grapes and separate fermentation of the different fractions for the two varieties in stainless steel vats without the use of wood; selection of the best fractions through cold settling without fining agents; second fermentation using the Traditional Method and ageing on the lees for 46 months until the first disgorgement. |
| Aging | Ageing on the lees for 46 months until the first disgorgement. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |