Dolcetto d’Alba
A single hectare in the hills above the village of Barbaresco, looking out over the old tower and down to the Tanaro. East and west exposures at 300 meters, calcareous limestone laced with white sandy veins, and vines averaging forty years — some pushing seventy. Serious ground for a wine that wears its seriousness lightly. Five days on the skins, nine months in steel, no filtration. Nothing added, nothing subtracted, nothing dressed up.
Appellation: Dolcetto d’Alba
Type: Red
Varietal: 100% Dolcetto
Color: Ruby and garnet.
Bouquet: Blueberry, fresh plum, subtle spice.
Palate: Rich red fruit, black pepper, mineral undertone, dry almond finish; good acidity and a full, round mouthfeel.
Alcohol: 13% ABV
Serving Suggestion: 14° C-16° C (57-61° F).
Pairing: Open it for pizza, pasta in tomato sauce, salumi, or bruschetta with basil and garlic. Lovely with chickpeas and spinach, and surprisingly good with salmon carpaccio.
Vineyard: Sits at 300 meters and has an east and west exposure, located in the hills overlooking the iconic Barbaresco tower, the village and the Tanaro river. Within the Langhe sub-region.
Area: 1 hectare/ 2.45 acres
Soil: Calcareous limestone with white sandy veins.
Viticulture: Average age of productive vines is 40 though they range in age from 35 to 70 years old.
Vinification: At 28°C/82°F for 5 days on the skins during maceration. Malolactic fermentation complete. Alcohol 13% by volume.
Aging: 9 months in stainless steel
Stabilization: Natural with no filtering of the wines
Aging Capacity: Properly preserved at a steady temperature of 14°-15°C, laid down, in the dark, this wine can keep its characteristics for 5-7 years.
