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Alta Langa Rising: Italy’s Historic Metodo Classico Appellation Deserves Global Attention
For decades, conversations about Italian sparkling wine have largely focused on Prosecco and Franciacorta. Yet quietly, in the rolling hills of southern Piedmont, Alta Langa DOCG has been establishing itself as one of Italy’s most compelling traditional method sparkling wine regions. Defined by high-altitude vineyards, meticulous production standards, and extended aging, the denomination is producing wines that combine freshness, structure, and remarkable elegance. Alta Langa DOCG at a Glance Stretching across the provinces of Cuneo, Asti, and Alessandria, Alta Langa DOCG is unique among Italy’s sparkling wine appellations. Every wine is vintage dated, produced exclusively from Pinot Nero and Chardonnay, and aged for a minimum of 30 months on the…

