Imagine a territory where the hills stretch as far as the eye can see, creating a landscape that is unique in the world. Here, in the famous Langhe, recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2014, Fratelli Gancia's Alta Langa DOCG 36 mesi Brut is born. It's worth remembering that Alta Langa DOCG is one of the most prestigious designations for Italian sparkling wines. Created to enhance the wines produced in this area using the classic method, its strict regulations require a minimum ageing period of 30 months on the lees. Specifically, the one proposed here by Gancia exceeds this threshold, reaching 36 months of maturation, to guarantee greater complexity and structure. The vines used are Pinot Noir (75%) and Chardonnay (25%), both cultivated in the vineyards of the Alta Langa. These grapes, harvested by hand, are subjected to soft pressing using a Marmonnier press, an ancient technique that preserves the integrity of the skins and the aromas. Only the heart of the must, the ‘flower’, is then vinified, partly in barriques and partly in steel tanks. This is followed by a second fermentation in the bottle and a long ageing on the lees, which gives the wine its elegance and complexity. On the nose, Alta Langa DOCG 36 mesi Brut has a straw yellow colour with a fine and persistent perlage. The bouquet is reminiscent of vanilla and bread crust, with a touch of minerality typical of the territory. In the mouth it is balanced and structured, with a good flavour and a long and enveloping finish. Finally, the residual sugar content (7 g/l) makes it a perfect Brut for those seeking freshness and harmony. It's perfect with seafood appetisers, raw fish, delicate risottos and aged cheeses, but it also lends itself as a wine for meditation, to be savoured on special occasions.