COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2015
GRAPE
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola Marcalberto
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Marcalberto Sansannéee Metodo Classico is a sparkling white wine from Piedmont, Italy, crafted by Azienda Agricola Marcalberto. The name 'Sansannéee' reflects its composition as a blend of several harvests, designed to maintain qualitative consistency and embody the winery's signature style. This family-run estate, founded by oenologist Piero Cane and now managed by his sons Marco and Alberto, specializes exclusively in Metodo Classico sparkling wines. The vineyards are located in the communes of Calosso, Cossano Belbo, and Santo Stefano Belbo, at altitudes ranging from 300 to 550 meters, on marly and calcareous soils. Marcalberto is recognized for its commitment to highlighting the Alta Langa terroir and for its innovative approach, including the production of sulfite-free Metodo Classico wines.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€21
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
6-9°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The name 'Sansannéee' is French, hinting at the wine's blended nature.
Fact 02
Marcalberto is known for pioneering sulfite-free Metodo Classico wines.
Fact 03
The winery uses a traditional Coquard press for gentle grape handling.
Fact 04
Vineyards are located at altitudes up to 550 meters.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Marcalberto Sansannéee Metodo Classico is produced using the Metodo Classico, or Traditional Method. The grapes, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, are harvested manually in late August. A soft whole-bunch pressing is employed, followed by alcoholic fermentation. Base wines are fermented partly in stainless steel tanks and partly in used French oak barrels. After approximately six months of aging on lees in wood, the wine undergoes a second fermentation in the bottle. It is then aged on its lees for about two years before disgorgement. The wine is bottled unfiltered and unclarified.
