# Menturin (Francone)

> Red, Dolcetto d'Alba DOC by [Francone](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/francone.md), Barbaresco, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/francone-dolcetto-d-alba-doc-menturin).

- **Producer:** Francone
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Dolcetto d'Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Dolcetto
- **Cru / vineyard:** Menturin
- **Production area:** Gallina - Menturin, municipality of Neive
- **Exposure:** South-facing slopes (Gallina cru)
- **Harvest:** Mid-September
- **Vinification:** Manual harvest. Fermentation and 6 days maceration at 26-28 °C to preserve the fruity aroma. Refinement in stainless steel and bottling in the first spring after harvest.
- **Serving temperature:** 16-18 °C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

Dolcetto d'Alba from the Menturin vineyard on the steep south-facing slopes of Gallina, a historic wine of the house. To enjoy young, within 4 years of harvest.

## Tasting notes

Freshness of red fruit on the nose, structured and enveloping tannins.

## Food pairings

Sausage products, appetizers, egg-pasta dishes, grilled meat, fresh or medium-ripened cheese.