Structure

Bodymedium
Tanninlow
Acidityhigh
Sweetnessdry
Finishlong
Oaknone or neutral

Drinking window

Best 0 to 8 years from disgorgement.
disgorgement0 yrs8 yrs10 yrs

Critic scores

No critic score is published for this bottle that we can cite with a reviewer, a vintage and a review year, so none is shown. The rating in the header is our own.

In the glass

Medium-bodiedLow tanninHigh acidityDryLong finish

Aroma: green apple, lemon zest, chalk, fresh almond, white flowers

Palate: lemon pith, saline minerality, patisserie cream, fine green herbs

The zero-dosage Alma. Chardonnay-led with reserve-wine depth, exposed mineral spine and the cellar's signature almond patisserie carried by a saline finish.

What it pairs with

  • Crudo of branzino
    Saline minerality lifts the raw sea bass; zero dosage stays out of the way of the delicate flesh.
  • Oysters mignonette
    Lemon pith and chalk aromatics mirror the briny shellfish; high acidity carries the vinegar mignonette.
  • Sushi nigiri
    Low alcohol and a chalky finish keep the focus on delicate raw fish; saline minerality echoes the rice vinegar.

History

The Pas Dosé extension of the Alma line, launched to expose the reserve-wine library without dosage. Released as the consortium broadened its low-sugar Franciacorta offering.

  1. 2010: First Alma Non Dosato release

Facts

Producer
Bellavista · visiting guide
Grapes
Chardonnay (78%), Pinot Nero (20%), Pinot Bianco (2%)
Classification
DOCG Franciacorta Pas Dosé
Oak
Vinified partly in stainless steel and partly in small oak barrels; minimum 30 months on lees; no liqueur d'expedition at disgorgement
ABV
12.5%
Price
EUR 38 to 55 at retail
Drinking window
0-8 from disgorgement
First vintage
2010
Vegan
Yes (no animal-derived fining)

Frequently asked about Bellavista Alma Non Dosato

What does Bellavista Alma Non Dosato taste like?

Green apple, lemon zest, chalk, fresh almond and white flowers on the nose; lemon pith, saline minerality, patisserie cream and fine green herbs on the palate. Medium-bodied with high acidity and a long, mineral finish.

What does Non Dosato mean?

Pas Dosé (or Non Dosato in Italian) means no liqueur d'expedition is added at disgorgement. Residual sugar is under 3 grams per litre, exposing the wine's natural acidity and minerality.

When should I drink Alma Non Dosato?

Drink within 0 to 8 years of disgorgement. The zero-dosage style benefits from at least 2 years from disgorgement for the chalky core to harmonise with the patisserie autolysis.

Tags

chardonnay dry high acid medium body medium term mood elegant mood refreshing occasion aperitivo occasion dinner party occasion special old world pairs with aperitif pairs with oysters pairs with shellfish pairs with sushi pairs with white fish pinot bianco pinot nero price premium sparkling traditional vegan

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