Grape variety: 100% Dolcetto
Vineyards: in La Morra
Position: hill, with easterly exposure, at an altitude of 300 m above sea level
Soil: calcareous-clay
Yield per ha: 56 hl.
Average age of vineyards: 45 years
Plant density/ha: 6,000 vines
Annual production: 5,000 bottles
Vinification: temperature-controlled maceration in steel
Ageing: in steel
Alcohol content: 13.0 – 13.5 %
Acidity: 5.2 – 5.6 g/l
Cellar life: 3-4 years
Description: deep ruby red colour. Intense and crisp with black cherry and red berries surrounded by a slight spicy sensation, it is full and richly juicy in the mouth, well supported by a characteristic tannic vein. Expansive and persistent aftertaste.
Pairing suggestions: very good with cured meats, pasta dishes and white meat dishes.
