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Alteni di Brassica Langhe DOP
The name of this wine originates from Alteni, small stone walls that once surrounded the plots of land, and the word Brassica, yellow flowers growing in the vineyards in spring.
The first vineyard of Alteni Di Brassica was planted in 1983 in the heart of Barbaresco (Masuè). The other vineyards are in Serralunga d’Alba (Vivaldo 3 and Colombaio) and in Trezzo (Serra Pini, Boscasso, and Cascina Langa).
- Region
- Piedmont
- Appellation
- Langhe DOP
- Varietal Composition
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Aging
- Aged in oak for 12-18 months.
- Alcohol
- 13.5%
The nose opens with concentrated notes of sugared almonds, caramelized orange, pear, almond blossom, tomato leaf, sage, and boxwood, with a subtle oily richness. The palate is rich and enveloping, balanced by a savory, gently sweet acidity. The finish is long, mineral, and persistent.
Vinous
94 Points
2023
"The 2023 Alteni di Brassica is fabulous. Brisk and finely cut, with tons of varietal character, it races from the glass with notes of citrus peel, mint, chalk, white pepper, sage and white flowers. This vibrant, steely Sauvignon Blanc is terrific. Brisk saline notes extend the finish. The 2023 is a blend of 70 microvinifications."
— Antonio Galloni, 2025
