Dolcetto 'Steira' Rocco di Carpeneto

Dolcetto di Ovada DOC • Piedmont • Rocco di Carpeneto
Category
Red Wines
Region
Piedmont
Denomination
Dolcetto di Ovada DOC
Alcohol
14.5%
Vinification
Manual harvesting, spontaneous fermentation in barriques at room temperature
Aging
22 months in used barriques
Grape varieties
Dolcetto 100%
Notes
Contains sulfites

Tasting Notes

This exceptional Dolcetto di Ovada DOC showcases the authentic character of Piedmont. With 14.5% alcohol content, it offers a full-bodied and robust structure. Crafted from Dolcetto 100%, this wine expresses the unique terroir characteristics. It displays rich color intensity with complex aromas and a persistent finish. Tasting reveals contains sulfites True to Piedmont tradition, it combines power with finesse and exceptional complexity.

Food Pairings

🍽️ Wild mushroom risotto
🍽️ Grilled red meats and game
🍽️ Aged Italian cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano
🍽️ Braised lamb with herbs
🍽️ Rich pasta dishes with meat sauce
🍽️ Mature pecorino cheese

About Piedmont Wine Region

Piedmont, Italy's premier wine region, is renowned for producing some of the world's greatest red wines including Barolo and Barbaresco from Nebbiolo grapes. The region's continental climate and varied soils create ideal conditions for both indigenous and international grape varieties. Piedmontese winemaking combines meticulous attention to detail with respect for tradition, resulting in wines of extraordinary complexity and longevity.

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