Valle d’Aosta DOC Spumante Brut

The Valle d’Aosta DOC Spumante Brut is the sparkling version of the smallest regional appellation in Italy. It is made from traditional method or the long Charmat method, using mainly indigenous and international white grape varieties grown at high altitude, where the Alpine climate guarantees freshness, finesse and an elegant aromatic profile.

Thanks to the wide day-night temperature swings, these sparkling wines combine liveliness, balanced acidity and aromatic complexity, making them perfect both as an aperitif and throughout the meal.


Production area

  • Region: Aosta Valley

  • Vineyard altitude: 400–1.200 m above sea level

  • Climate: Alpine with a continental influence, cool summers and harsh winters

  • Soils: sandy, gravelly, morainic, rich in minerals


Permitted grape varieties

  • Prié Blanc (indigenous)

  • Chardonnay

  • Pinot Nero

  • Pinot Grigio

  • Müller Thurgau

  • Petite Arvine

The production rules allow use as a single variety or in a blend, with a maximum yield of 11 t/ha.


Organoleptic profile

CharacteristicDescription
ColourBright straw yellow, with a fine, persistent perlage
AromasNotes of green apple, pear, citrus, white flowers, sometimes bread crust
PalateFresh, dry, balanced, with vivid acidity and a mineral finish
Alcohol11,5–12,5% vol
Sparkling winemaking methodTraditional method or long Charmat
Time on the leesMinimum 9 months (long Charmat), 12 months (traditional method)

Recommended pairings

  • Seafood starters, fish carpaccio

  • Young Fontina, fresh tomme cheeses

  • Vitello tonnato, delicate cured meats

  • Steamed or grilled fish

  • Fruit tarts, apple desserts (versions with a lower dosage)


Why choose a Valle d’Aosta DOC Spumante Brut

For a a fresh, mineral Alpine sparkling wine
To discover the Prié Blanc in a sparkling version
For an original alternative to Franciacorta and Trento DOC
For versatile pairings from aperitif to dessert

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