The X.T. Extra Brut by Cave Mont Blanc represents a modern and dynamic interpretation of the Classic Method, capable of combining tradition and innovation. A wine that best expresses the high-altitude terroir of the Aosta Valley, offering a unique and unforgettable tasting experience.
Cave Mont Blanc is an icon of Alpine viticulture, located in the Aosta Valley, an undisputed point of reference for the production of high-quality white wines, obtained exclusively from the native Prié Blanc grape variety. This cooperative winery, founded in 1983, has succeeded in enhancing a territory with unique characteristics, giving life to wines that authentically express the mountain terroir. The terroir of the Aosta Valley, characterized by significant temperature variations, moraine soils and a high altitude, gives Prié Blanc an extraordinary aromatic complexity and minerality. The Cave Mont Blanc vineyards are located on steep slopes, exposed to the sun, where the vines, grown on espaliers, resist extreme climatic conditions, producing grapes of great concentration. Cave Mont Blanc is committed to producing wines that are an authentic expression of the territory and the grape variety. The winery adopts sustainable agricultural practices, respecting the environment and enhancing biodiversity. The winemaking process is artisanal, with careful selection of the grapes and rigorous control of all stages of the production process. The Cave Mont Blanc winery is a fascinating place, where tradition and innovation blend together in perfect harmony. The modern winemaking equipment is integrated into a rustic environment, which evokes the history and culture of the Aosta Valley. Cave Mont Blanc is a winery that represents a point of reference for lovers of quality white wine. Thanks to the passion and dedication of its producers, the winery has managed to enhance a unique territory, giving life to wines that authentically express the mountain terroir.
The X.T. Extra Brut by Cave Mont Blanc represents an oenological excellence that enhances the unique characteristics of Prié Blanc, a native grape variety of the Aosta Valley. Produced according to the Classic Method, this sparkling wine expresses an aromatic complexity and freshness that make it a label with great personality. The Prié Blanc grapes, grown on the terraces of the Aosta Valley at an altitude of between 900 and 1200 meters, are harvested by hand and carefully selected. After a soft pressing, the must ferments in steel at a controlled temperature. This is followed by the second fermentation in the bottle according to the Classic Method, with an aging on the lees for at least 24 months.
Bright straw yellow color with greenish reflections, typical of the youth of the wine and the vinification in steel, fine and persistent perlage, with minute bubbles that create a delicate and inviting effervescence. On the nose it presents a broad and complex bouquet, dominated by fruity notes of green apple, pear and citrus, enriched by floral nuances of hawthorn and acacia. Delicate mineral hints are also perceived, typical of high-altitude terroirs, and a light spicy note that gives depth to the aromatic profile. On the palate it reveals a dry wine, with a lively and well-integrated acidity that balances its structure. The taste is dominated by fruity and floral notes, reflecting the olfactory perceptions with a pleasant citrus aftertaste. The X.T. Extra Brut by Cave Mont Blanc is an extremely versatile wine, perfect for accompanying aperitifs, seafood appetizers and fish-based dishes. It also goes very well with delicate risottos, white meats and fresh cheeses. Its freshness and minerality make it an ideal companion to enhance the flavors of light and Mediterranean cuisine.
Serving temperature 6°-8°C
Production area: Valle D’Aosta
Vintage: 2020
Alcohol: 11.5%
Capacity: 1.50 lt
Company: Cave Mont Blanc
Vine variety: 100% Prié Blanc
Denomination: Valle d’Aosta DOC
Recommended pairings: Aperitifs, Seafood appetizers, Fish-based dishes, Delicate risottos, White meats, Fresh cheeses
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