Dolcetto d'Alba "MADONNA DEL DONO" DOC MARCHESI DI BAROLO
| Sommelier score | 90/100 | 2024 |
| Winery | MARCHESI DI BAROLO |
| Denomination | Dolcetto d'Alba Doc |
| Vintage | 2023 |
| Grapes | 100% Dolcetto |
| Alcohol content | 12,50% |
| Cl | 75cl |
| Sulfites | Contains sulphites |
| Code ICQRF | CN 7428 |
| Winery headquarter | MARCHESI DI BAROLO - Barolo (CN) - via Roma, 1 |
| Bottle size | Standard bottle |
| Combination | Grilled meat, Cockerel grilled, Cold cuts and salami, Cannelloni, Medium-aged cheeses, Scallops with mushrooms, wild game, Gnocchi al ragù |
| Region | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Style | Medium-bodied and fragrant |
| Wine list | Dolcetto d'Alba |
From the 100% pure vinification of Dolcetto grapes. The origin of the vines falls within the DOC area of Alba. For the vinification, the grapes, as soon as they are harvested, are immediately taken to the cellar in order to arrive perfectly intact. Gently pressed and destemmed, it is placed to ferment in small ferments thermo-conditioned at 28-30 C. After about 4 days of maceration, the wine, not yet completely dry, is separated from the marc and ends the fermentation slowly, at low temperature, thus enhancing the particular fruity. This is followed by the aging of the wine, which is first transferred into vitrified cement vats, specially made with a cork insulation, which maintains the post-temperature for a long timefermentative of about 20 suppositories C. Malolactic fermentation is produced spontaneously and generally ends already in November. To preserve the delicate fruity aroma, reminiscent of marasca cherry, typical of the Dolcetto grape, the wine is stored and aged exclusively in concrete or steel barrels.
Characteristics of this wine from Piedmont
The wine has a ruby red colour with intense violet nuances. The scent is fresh, fragrant and fruity and immediately reminds the cherry The taste is dry, pleasantly harmonious, is due to the low acidity.
Suggested food pairings while tasting this red wine from Piedmont
A classic wine for the whole meal. For its characteristics of freshness combined with good body and fragrant harmony, it ideally accompanies appetizers, delicate first courses and delicious dishes. The optimal serving temperature is 16 ºC.
