DOLCETTO D'ALBA DOC Ruby red with purple and violet highlights, this wine has a balanced, delightfully dry flavour with an almond finish. It easily accompanies first courses and meat dishes. Varietal: 100% Dolcetto. Area of production: municipalities of Barolo - Monforte d’Alba. Harvest period: September. Vine age: beetwen 20 and 30 years. Average altitude of the vineyard: 300-400 metres. Main exposure: west. Type of soil: limestone and clay. Yield of grapes: 70-80 quintals per hectare. Vinification: traditional at a controlled temperature. Alcohol content: 13 - 13,5% by vol. Recommended aging time: ready to drink, excellent also within the next 3 years Colour: ruby red with purple and violet highlights. Aroma: pleasant and fragrant, very fruity. Flavour: balanced and delightfully dry, with an almond finish. Recommended drinking temperature: 18°C. Best served with: it easily accompanies most first courses and meat dishes. Technical data on fermentation: maceration in stainless steel barrels for 10 days at a controlled temperature. Aging: 100% in steel.