Langhe
denominazione di origine controllata
Dolcetto
It has always been considered the wine of friendship and ideal in company. Thanks to the particular composition of the soil, this dolcetto has not only a remarkable structure but it is also vinous and rich in gustatory sensations. It has a bright ruby red colour and an harmonic flavour and with moderate acidity.
Grape variety: Dolcetto.
Geographical location: Langhe (CN) Piedmont, Italy
Vineyard characteristics: Well-exposed and hilly vineyards of variable age. The soil is sandy. The vines are cultivated with the Guyot system.
Vinification: De-stemming and crushing of the manually harvested and perfectly ripe grapes. Fermentation with maceration on the skins for 6-8 days. Drawing off and immediate control of the malolactic fermentation.
Maturation and aging: Stored in steel tanks and vitrified cement for 4-6 months, then bottled.
Organoleptic characteristics: Bright ruby red colour, vinous and pleasant fragrance; dry and aromatic flavour of moderate acidity.
Served at 18°C.
Accompaniments: Appetizers, cold cuts, pasta, whitemeats, mushrooms based dishes and fresh cheese.
