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Dolcetto d'Alba Primaio DOC

by San Silvestro · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationDolcetto d’AlbaDOC
TypeRed
Grapes100% Dolcetto
VineyardGrapes from the Langhe.
LineYoung red wines
San SilvestroPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The Dolcetto grapes come from the Langhe.

Grapes

100% Dolcetto, a native variety of lower Piedmont. Despite the sweetness of its fruit, it produces a dry, fresh and approachable wine.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested manually with selection, then crushed and destemmed. Fermentation takes place in stainless-steel tanks at a controlled temperature. The wine macerates on the skins, with the must pumped over the cap daily.

Ageing

Refined in stainless-steel tanks.

Tasting profile

Soft and medium-structured, with a clear aroma of ripe berries and a balanced palate.

Serving and pairing

Pair with vitello tonnato, boiled meats, egg pasta or cheese. Cellar life is approximately two years.

Label / history

Dolcetto is presented as an everyday Piedmontese wine because its simplicity, balance and versatility at the table suit a broad range of dishes and convivial occasions.