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La Rovere Dounghi

by Cascina Roera · Piedmont, Italy

TypeOrange
GrapesCortese, Chardonnay
Alcohol12.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourOrange
Colour depthMedium
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at10 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
FarmingNatural wine ·VinNatur ↗
Cascina RoeraPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The grapes grow in Costiglio d’Asti, in south- and east-facing vineyards. The medium-textured soils contain veins of clay, and the vines are 20–30 years old on average.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested into small crates between 1 and 20 September. Around two-thirds are gently pressed in a vertical press; the remaining third is crushed and destemmed. The must macerates on the skins for 3–4 days before alcoholic fermentation in small stainless-steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation follows.

Ageing

The wine matures on its lees in stainless-steel tanks for about six months. It is bottled without fining or filtration, then rests for approximately three more months.

Tasting profile

Juicy, with abundant fruit on both the nose and palate.