MARCALBERTO - Santo Stefano Belbo, Piemonte
About the Winery
A small "family-owned" winery, that was born at the heart of Santo Stefano Belbo, Marcalberto carries a spirit that breathes affinity with the small ‘maisons’ of some Récoltants in Champagne. Here, in the historic cellar carved into the tuff, dating back to the first half of the 1800s, the initial bottles of Spumante Metodo Classico have been gently laid to "rest." In more recent times, the wine-making locals have been moved to an old farmhouse close to the winery’s headquarter in the historic center of the town.
The Marcalberto winery embarked on its artisanal journey in the early 1990s, guided by the visionary Piero Cane, already affirmed winemaker within the Italian sparkling wine world. Marco and Alberto, the sons to whom the company name is dedicated, follow in the footsteps of their father, and today they actively and scrupulously manage all stages of the production process. Another important role in Marcalberto is that of their mother Marina, holding an fundamental role of trait d’union. The family courageously embraced the art of crafting "Metodo Classico" sparkling wines in the heart of the Langa Astigiana. Their vineyards are located within a maximum of 10 kilometer from the winery pressing center, another fundamental aspect for preserving highest quality. The different altitudes and different exposures allow to preserve a gradual harvest and great variability in their wines.
These "terre bianche", adorned with uniquely marly-limestone soils, stand as the fundamental canvas for cultivating their vines: Pinot Nero and Chardonnay. The viticultural passion of Marcalberto’s family at the service of their gorgeous homeland. Putting it as the illustrious fellow townsman Cesare Pavese once said: "As long as there are passions, the discovery of the world will never cease." Since 2014, these lands have earned their place on the cherished UNESCO World Heritage list.
Profound dedication and artisanal quality wine-making...ready to bring you happiness and a gratifying experience when enjoying these wines. Italian Metodo Classico at its best. Start raising your glass...Salute !
