Banfi Cuvée Aurora Alta Langa DOCG Extra Brut 2019 Germany within the northern Rhône Valley

within the northern Rhône Valley of France

James Suckling: 92

and sugar candy emerge

featuring notes of citrus

The Aligoté grapes for this wine are sourced from vineyards within the Burgundy region

Banfi Cuvée Aurora Alta Langa DOCG Extra Brut 2019 Germany within the northern Rhône ValleyWinery Background and History Founded in 1978 by the Mariani family, Banfi is a renowned Italian winery with estates in both Tuscany and Piedmont. While initially celebrated for its Brunello di Montalcino, Banfi expanded its vision to Piedmont in the early 1990s, aiming to revive the regions sparkling wine tradition. Collaborating with other producers, Banfi played a pivotal role in establishing the Alta Langa DOCG in 2008. The Cuve Aurora line,