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Dolcetto d’Alba DOC

by Pio Cesare · Piedmont, Italy

Appellation
Dolcetto d’AlbaDOC
Type
Red
Grapes
Dolcetto
Vineyard
Several family-owned vineyards across multiple villages, with varied exposures and particularly structured terroirs.
Line
Classics
Alcohol
13.5%
Sweetness
Dry
Colour
Red
Colour depth
Deep
Body
Full-bodied
Serve at
16–18 °C
Bottled in
0.75 l
Pio CesarePiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The fruit comes from several family-owned vineyards situated in multiple villages. Their different exposures and particularly structured terroirs contribute to the wine’s character.

Grapes

Dolcetto.

Vinification

Fermentation and a short maceration on the skins take place in stainless-steel tanks.

Ageing

The wine rests in stainless steel until bottling, which usually occurs in March following the harvest.

Tasting profile

Fragrant and spicy, with ripe fruit, a rounded profile, and good body and texture. It is made for a long life.

Serving and pairing

Serve cool.

Label / history

Dolcetto d’Alba is one of the Pio Cesare classics.