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Dolcetto d'Alba Rutuin wine — Ciabot Berton winery — Dionysus

Dolcetto d'Alba Rutuin

by Ciabot Berton · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationDolcetto d’AlbaDOC
TypeRed
GrapesDolcetto
VineyardHillside vineyards in La Morra
LineYoung wines
Ciabot BertonPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

Rutuin comes from hillside vineyards in La Morra with eastern exposure at 300 m above sea level. The calcareous-clay soil supports vines averaging 45 years of age, planted at 5,000 vines per hectare. Yield is 56 hl/ha, and annual production is approximately 10,000 bottles.

Grapes

Dolcetto.

Vinification

Temperature-controlled maceration takes place in stainless steel.

Ageing

Ageing is exclusively in stainless steel, retaining the wine’s freshness.

Technical data

Alcohol is 13.5%, with acidity of 5.2–5.6 g/L. The available format is 0.75 L.

Tasting profile

Deep ruby red. The intense, fresh bouquet combines black cherry and red berries with a subtle spicy accent. The palate is full and richly juicy, supported by Dolcetto’s characteristic tannic line, with an expansive and persistent aftertaste.

Serving and pairing

Pair with cured meats, pasta dishes and white meats. Cellaring potential is 3–4 years.