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RedDolcetto d'Alba DOC

Dolcetto d'Alba DOC

by Elio Altare · Piedmont, Italy

TypeRed
AppellationDolcetto d'Alba DOC
GrapesDolcetto

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

Production zone: -. Bottles produced: 10,000-15,000. Average vine age: 20-40 years. Soil: calcareous in parts, also sandy. Exposure: various, mainly north and north-east.

Vinification and ageing

Maceration on skins in temperature-controlled rotofermenter for 2 to a maximum of 3 days; maturation in stainless steel for 10 months.

Tasting profile

Colour: dense purple red. Nose: elegant violet and small red fruits. Palate: dry and soft, with light but soft tannins and intense red-fruit flavour.

Notes

Suggested pairings include aperitif, starters, first courses, white meats, sandwiches and pizza.