Gabriele Scaglione Langhe Bianco

Ellis – Langhe DOC Bianco

First released: January 2016 with a 2008 vintage.
Produced in limited editions .

Harvest period (manual harvest):
September (September 1–15)

Municipality of the vineyards:
Corneliano / Novello

Soil:
Sandy, calcareous, and clayey. The soil is of very ancient origin and is characterized by the so-called Rocche (sandy and crumbly). This provides an excellent environment for the production of austere yet exceptionally refined and elegant wines with floral and fruity notes.

Planting density: 5,000 vines per hectare
Average age of the vines: 18–20 years
Yield per plant: 2 kg
Location of the vineyards: West, southwest

Pressing: Mechanical, with destemming
Fermentation: Vinification of the must with temperature control
Yeasts: Selection of indigenous yeasts

Maturation:

• Arneis matures for 10 months in stainless steel tanks
• Chardonnay matures for at least 12 months in barriques (0% new wood)

Throughout the entire maturation process, decisions are made only after careful evaluations and continuous tastings.

Alcohol percentage: 13.0% vol.
Colour: Intense straw yellow with golden reflections
Nose: Intense and characteristic, with aromas of flowers, white fruit and vanilla
Taste: Powerful and generous, with a light aftertaste of almond and vanilla. Very long finish.

Food pairings: Matured cheeses with pronounced flavors, shellfish, oysters and foie gras
Serving temperature: 10–12 °C

Arneis & Chardonnay
Arneis brings freshness, floral aromas, and elegance, while Chardonnay provides structure, roundness, and a subtle creaminess. Together, they create a balanced and complex white wine with finesse and length.

0.75 liter

2015