{"product_id":"banfi-alta-langa-cuvee-aurora-extra-brut-2021","title":"Banfi Alta Langa Cuvee Aurora Extra Brut 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCuvée Aurora Alta Langa by Banfi is a \u003cstrong\u003eClassic Method Extra Brut\u003c\/strong\u003e sparkling wine from Piedmont, created from a harmonious blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. In the glass, it stands out for its bright straw yellow colour with a \u003cstrong\u003efine and persistent perlage\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the bouquet is fragrant, characterised by clear notes of bread crust, yeast and hints of vanilla. On the palate, it expresses fullness and savouriness, supported by a pleasant freshness that leads the sip towards a slightly bitter finish. This dynamic makes it a \u003cstrong\u003eclassy aperitif\u003c\/strong\u003e and the ideal pairing for oysters, raw seafood and shellfish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe origin of this wine lies in the hills of Alta Langa, a prestigious area of Piedmont that stretches across the provinces of Cuneo, Asti and Alessandria. In these areas, the \u003cstrong\u003ecool and breezy climate\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures optimal ripening of the grapes, allowing the Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to develop a clear aromatic expression. The natural vocation of the territory gives the glass an impeccable balance between \u003cstrong\u003estructure and acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e, delivering an authentic \u003cstrong\u003eexpression of the region\u003c\/strong\u003e with a dry and well-defined flavour profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter gentle pressing of the bunches, the must undergoes static decantation to clarify. The primary fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks. The final blend acquires organoleptic complexity thanks to the addition of a selection of base wines aged in \u003cstrong\u003eFrench oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e. The secondary fermentation in the bottle follows the rules of the Classic Method, requiring \u003cstrong\u003eat least 40 months of ageing on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e. The process ends with traditional remuage and \u003cstrong\u003edisgorgement à la glace\u003c\/strong\u003e, meticulous procedures that ensure a dry and harmonious sip.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pioneer of the \u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Method\u003c\/strong\u003e in Piedmont since the early Nineties, Banfi has marked a refined revival of local sparkling wine production with the renowned Cuvée Aurora. Created in 1997, Cuvée Aurora represents Banfi's bold venture, shared with six other companies, to reclaim the historical roots of the Italian sparkling wine sector in Piedmont. The very name evokes the idea of a new frontier, a true “dawn” for the production of outstanding Traditional Method wines in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Banfi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46419906232491,"sku":"61038","price":29.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/banfi-alta-langa-cuvee-aurora-extra-brut-2021_61038_1_d639d44d-653c-4de2-812b-73d910bef5af.webp?v=1776435246","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-fi\/products\/banfi-alta-langa-cuvee-aurora-extra-brut-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}