LLS Portfolio Book 2015

Langhe Arneis Blangè DOC The “Blangè” vineyard, located on the hillsides of Vezza d’Alba, was purchased in 1985 with the sole purpose of planting it with the Arneis grape. The name of the wine is derived from the French word “boulanger,” or baker, as legend has it that this is where Napoleon’s bakers made their camp when his armies ventured into the area.

Langhe Rosso Monsordo DOC Monsordo is both the name of the historical farmhouse that hosts the Ceretto winery in Alba, as well as the hill where many of its vineyards lie. This Ceretto offering is made from Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Syrah. All three varietals are vinified and aged separately in wooden barrels for 18 months after which they are blended to make this elegant, ageworthy wine.

Moscato d’Asti DOCG This Moscato d’Asti gets its characteristic effervescence through a second, temperature-controlled fermentation in tank, which is stopped when the wine reaches 5% alcohol. The Moscato Bianco grapes used for this wine are all harvested by hand from the Santo Stefano Belbo, Canelli, and Calosso areas.

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WINES OF NORTHERN ITALY