Dolcetto d’ Alba DOC

Vineyard
100% Dolcetto

Vineyard area
Novello, Barolo

Cultivation
Traditional (espalier and Guyot pruning)

Harvest
Mid September

Winemaking
Manual harvest. Stainless steel maceration in temperature controlled for about 8 days. Malolactic fermentation follows in controlled temperature within two months from racking

Aging
In stainless steel for 7/8 months. Aging for 2 months in bottle before sale

Sensory profile
Ruby red colour with purple highlights. Intense, fruity and characteristic on the nose. The palate is dry and harmonious, pleasant and almonds

Alcohol by vol
Between 12,5 and 13,5 % by vol depending on the year

Serving temperature
16 °C

Bodied wine and versatile. Suitable for all days, is recommended with meats, appetizers and main dishes.
It is consumed generally young, but remains pleasant for 3/4 years.

pdf AWARDS Vintage 2016 86/100 Blind Tasting 2018 by Andreas Larsson Best Sommelier of The World
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