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Dolcetto Ovada DOC wine — Terre da Vino winery — Dionysus

Dolcetto Ovada DOC

by Terre da Vino · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationDolcetto di OvadaDOC
TypeRed
GrapesDolcetto
VineyardPiedmont
Terre da VinoPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

Dolcetto is a native black grape associated with everyday Piedmontese wine culture. Average yield is 55 hl/ha.

Grapes

Dolcetto.

Vinification

Traditional red-wine vinification includes a 15-day maceration at approximately 28°C, followed immediately by malolactic fermentation.

Ageing

A brief period of bottle ageing completes the process.

Technical data

Alcohol: 12.5% vol. ± 0.5. Total acidity: 5.50 g/L ± 0.5. Residual sugar: 4 g/L ± 2. Available format: 750 ml.

Tasting profile

Intense ruby red. The broad, pronounced aroma carries almond and violet fragrances. Dry, soft, vinous and savoury on the palate.

Serving and pairing

Serve at 18–20°C. Pair with first courses dressed with richly flavoured sauces, braised white meats, stewed red meats or medium-aged cheeses.