Dolcetto d'Alba d.o.c.

Origin of grapes
100% estate vineyards located in Barolo in the areas Liste, Rué and San Pietro covering a surface of approximately 5 ha.

Soil: calcareous and rich in clay
(Tertiary – Miocene origin)
Altitude: 350-450 m a.s.l.
Grape variety: 100% Dolcetto grapes

Production method
Short winter pruning of the vine (5-7 buds per plant) and rigorous selection of grapes during harvest. Traditional vinification in estate cellars in Barolo; medium maceration (7-8 days) at controlled temperature (19-20° C). Short passage in the barrel (1-2 months) and at least 1 month bottle refinement.

Organoleptic characteristics
Intense ruby red colour almost purple.
Vinous, fresh and fruity in the nose, very pleasant fragrance. Dry and fragrant flavour with notes of almond.

Alcool: approximately 12% Vol.
Total acidity: 5,6 - 5,8 g/I.

Food matches
It will pair nicely with soups, boiled or not excessively elaborate meat, stewed vegetables, sweet cheeses.

Serving temperature: cellar temperature