Dolcetto d’Alba
This wine is produced from Dolcetto grapes sourced from two vineyards, one in Monforte d’Alba and the other in Roddino, covering a total area of approximately one hectare.
The vineyards are located in particularly sheltered areas, protected from direct sunlight. This characteristic allows us to maintain a more moderate alcohol content while producing a wine that is fresh, approachable and easy to drink.
Recommended pairing: cured meats and first courses.
Alcohol: 12.5–13.5%
Exposure: East in Monforte d’Alba; West in Roddino
Soil type: Medium-textured clay
Training system: Low-trained Guyot
Average vine age: 10 and 30 years
Planting density: 4,000 vines per hectare
Harvest: Early September
Maximum yield: 90 quintals per hectare, reduced according to the extent of bunch thinning.
Winemaking and ageing:
Temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks are used for both fermentation and ageing. During the first seven months following the harvest, particular attention is devoted to winter and spring racking.
To optimise the wine’s maturation, we have refined a micro-oxygenation technique over the years, allowing the wine to develop and mature without the use of wooden barrels. This wine undergoes neither clarification nor filtration.
Production: Approximately 8,000 bottles
Serving temperature: 16–18°C
Tasting notes:
Colour: Violet-red.
Aromas: Delicate floral notes of violet.
Palate: Medium-bodied and well balanced, with a distinctive finish reminiscent of sweet almond.
