Vines planted in 1986. All vineyards are in the commune of Monforte and are hand harvested. During fermentation the wines are pumped over 3 times a day. During alcoholic fermentation the temperature is kept at 26-28°C. Delestage halfway through the alcoholic fermentation. Maceration lasts 7 days. Elevage in stainless steel tanks for 6-7 months. Aged 3 months in bottle before release.
Deep dark reddish-purple in color, bordering on opaque. Full, forward & attractive nose of ripe fruit aromas of cherries, plums & blueberries with overtones of earthy/dusty & floral notes, spices & minerals.
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Benevelli Dolcetto d'Alba "La Costa"
2016Info
- WINEMAKER: MASSIMO BENEVELLI
- COLOR: RED
- SOIL: limestone, grey marl, white marl
- VARIETAL: 100% Dolcetto
- COUNTRY: ITALY
- REGION: PIEDMONT
- APPELLATION: BAROLO
- VINTAGE: 2016
- FARMING PRACTICES: TRADITIONAL
- IMPORTER: KERMIT LYNCH