Alessandro Fenino and Silvia Loschi, a dynamic young winemaking couple in the Marché, have managed this 30 hectare estate in the Marche since it was bought by Lombardy-based Barone Pizzini in 2002.

in 2008, Pievalta was the first estate to be certified biodynamic in the Marche, and renewed soils of the estate are producing top quality Verdicchio grapes, from which Pievalta make a series of wines, including this unusual bottle fermented, zero dosage biodynamic sparkler.

Twelve to eighteen months on the lees adds nutty and toasty depth to the lemony fruit. Great value.