L'Ardì
Dolcetto d'Acqui DOC
GRAPE VARIETIESDolcetto 100%
PRODUCTION TECHNIQUE
Traditional skin contact maceration (5-7 days) in order to extract the colour is followedby the gentle pressing of the must. The fermentation takes place in temperature-controlledstainless steel tanks.
DESCRIPTION
COLOUR: ruby red.
BOUQUET: balanced, harmonious, gentle.
TASTE: full of flavours with varietal characteristics and a typical dry finish,with hints of ripe cherry.
WINEMAKER’S NOTES
Thanks to a longer skin contact maceration the wine achieves longer aging potentialemphasizing the tipicity of the Dolcetto grape variety.L’Ardì is considered therefore one of the best expressions of this very typical Piedmontesewine. Made according to the traditional techniques in order to capture at its best the uniquefreshness of this grape. Young and quaffable, with a dry and harmonious taste.
FOOD PAIRINGS
Traditionally matched with the typical dishes of Piedmontese cuisine, (especially in the areasof Langhe and Monferrato), it is also an ideal companion to a wide range of foods.Best enjoyed in its youth (within 2 yrs from the picking)
First vintage released: 1997
Alcohol content: 12 to 12,5% vol. following the vintage conditions.
Available formats: 0,75 l