Red

Dolcetto

By Gozzelino, Asti, Piemonte, Italy

Gozzelino Dolcetto

A 100% Dolcetto from Costigliole d'Asti. Alcohol 13% vol.

Tasting notes

Ruby red with violet reflections and an intense red-fruit nose with evident cherry. Soft, harmonious and velvety, with the typical bitterish aftertaste and mainly fruity notes.

Pairs well with

Simple dishes such as cured meats and cheeses; also suited to a whole meal.

Technical details

Style
Red
Denomination
Monferrato DOC Dolcetto
Grape
Dolcetto 100%
Production area
Costigliole d'Asti
Soil
Sandy, clay and limestone
Harvest
Early selective harvest
Vineyard planting
Traditional Piedmontese Guyot training; yield 90 q/ha; average vine age 10-25 years
Vinification
Soft pressing, then pressing with a nitrogen press. Maceration of the usual 6-7 days at 25 C. Ageing in stainless steel for 4 months, then at least 1 month in bottle.
Serving temperature
18-20 C

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