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RedAlbaDOC

L'Alto Dolcetto d‘Alba DOC

by Paolo Conterno · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationAlbaDOC
TypeRed
GrapesDolcetto
Alcohol15.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyMedium-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Bottled in0.75 l
Paolo ConternoPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The fruit comes from vineyards in the municipality of Monforte d’Alba, in the province of Cuneo.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested in late September. Fermentation and maceration take place in specially designed tanks to control colour extraction. The wine is separated from the skins after 7–8 days.

Ageing

The wine matures for around six months in wooden barrels, followed by a further six months in bottle before release. Bottling usually takes place in late spring.