Il Poggio, L'Ape Vino Spumante Metodo Classico

100% Cortese. Organic. Francesca Poggio’s grandfather originally purchased this estate in the heart of Gavi in 1919, and it was converted into a vineyard in 1976. Today, the vines are worked organically, with the harvest being conducted manually. Since taking over the estate in 2003, Francesca has traced an upward trajectory of quality with every vintage. Stainless steel fermentation followed by tirage and prise de mousse on lees for 9 months. Disgorged and rested in cellar for 2-3 months. Crisp and dry with bright acidity, and finishes with grapefruit and creamy tangerine on the palate.