La Spinetta
Langhe Bianco 2023
Other years:
2008| Denomination | DOC Langhe Bianco |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sauvignon |
| Aging | Ageing for about 18 months in second-passage French oak barrels, followed by about 6 months in the bottle. |
| Other years | 2008 |
- Grape variety: Dry Sauvignon Blanc Langhe DOC 2023, 12.5% vol
- Aromatic profile: notes of grapefruit, tomato leaf, lemon and hints of flint
- Ageing: 18 months in French oak barrels and 6 months in bottle
- Vineyards: located in Mango and Treiso at 400 metres, on calcareous marl; vines approximately 30 years old
- Serving suggestion: ideal with fish, shellfish and vegan menus; serve at 10–13°C in a Burgundy glass
Description
What kind of wine is it
Langhe Bianco by La Spinetta is a still white wine with controlled designation of origin, made from Sauvignon Blanc grapes in the heart of the Langhe, Piedmont. On the palate, it is substantial, supported by a vibrant minerality and a refined acidity that leads to a clean finish. On the nose, it offers an intense bouquet of grapefruit, tomato leaf and lemon zest, enriched by hints of pear, yellow plum and flint notes. The skilful use of wood imparts aromatic complexity and structure, while preserving the freshness and identity of the grape variety.
Where does it come from
In Piedmont, the vineyards are located in the municipalities of Mango and Treiso, at an altitude of 400 metres. The high elevation and southern exposure ensure balanced ripening and excellent acidity. The soil is characterised by calcareous marl, an ideal matrix for imparting pronounced savouriness to the glass. Production comes from an area of just two hectares, a limited yield that demonstrates the great care devoted to viticulture.
How is it produced
After harvesting, vinification involves fermenting the must in French oak barrels. Ageing takes place in the same containers for eighteen months, a choice that enhances the wine’s texture and highlights its fruit. This is followed by a six-month rest in the bottle, essential for defining the acid tension and expressive harmony. Thanks to this production method, the wine is elegant and suitable for those following a vegan diet.
History and Curiosities
Produced since 1999, Langhe Bianco by La Spinetta is an outstanding Sauvignon, made famous by its historic label featuring a rhinoceros. This refined wine originates from thirty-year-old vineyards situated at 400 metres above sea level between Mango and Treiso, where the rich calcareous marl imparts a distinctive mineral character. The winery’s artisanal approach results in a very limited annual production, enhanced by eighteen months of maturation in French oak and a period of bottle ageing that consolidates its vibrant harmony.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
10 - 12 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1977
- Oenologist: Giorgio Rivetti, Andrea Rivetti
- Bottles produced: 500.000
- Hectares: 100
| Name | La Spinetta Langhe Bianco 2023 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green still |
| Denomination | Langhe DOC |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Sauvignon |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | La Spinetta |
| Story | History and Curiosities Produced since 1999, Langhe Bianco by La Spinetta is an outstanding Sauvignon, made famous by its historic label featuring a rhinoceros. This refined wine originates from thirty-year-old vineyards situated at 400 metres above sea level between Mango and Treiso, where the rich calcareous marl imparts a distinctive mineral character. The winery’s artisanal approach results in a very limited annual production, enhanced by eighteen months of maturation in French oak and a period of bottle ageing that consolidates its vibrant harmony. |
| Origin | Mango, Treiso |
| Soil composition | Calcareous marl |
| Fermentation | 6 months |
| Production technique | Fermentation in second-use French oak barrels, followed by ageing for approximately 18 months in French oak barrels and further bottle ageing for about 6 months. |
| Wine making | Alcoholic fermentation in second-use French oak barrels, followed by maturation for about 18 months in French oak barrels and bottle ageing for about 6 months. |
| Aging | Ageing for about 18 months in second-passage French oak barrels, followed by about 6 months in the bottle. |
| Total acidity | 6.5 gr/L |
| PH | 3.3 |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |