For the past four generations, the Vietti family has been producing wine in Castiglione Falletto, a small medieval village located in the centre of the Langa region of Piemonte, and more specifi cally the designated region for the cultivation of vines for the production of Barolo.
Vietti is very much a family run entity. Over recent years Luca Currado-Vietti has gradually taken over the winemaking direction from his father Alfredo, and Luca’s brother-in-law Mario Cordero responsibility for sales and marketing from Luca’s mother Luciana. Luca’s wife Elena Penna assists with administration and public relations. Each family member is closely linked to the overall objective, to produce the highest quality wines, whilst retaining respect for the traditions of the specific appellations, and focussing on achieving the best results from specific vineyard sites.
Growing Region The grapes are sourced from three vineyard sites: Bussia in Monteforte d’Alba, Novello and Castiglione Falletto. The vines trained guyot are planted at an average density of 5.000 vines per hectare and the average age of the vines is 25-30 years.
Designation: Estate-bottled Dolcetto d'Alba DOC
Region: Alba, Piedmont, Italy
Grapes: 100% Dolcetto d'Alba.
Winemaking: The wine is fermented in stainless steel at fairly cool temperatures to preserve Dolcetto's black cherry, raspberry and blueberry fruit aromas. Prior to malolactic fermentation it settles to draw out the color and richness. The wine is then racked into different stainless steel tanks for natural clarification prior to bottling.
Aging: total aging of 6 months in Slovenian oak. Bottled unfiltered.
Description: Purple red color with a light blue hue, the Dolcetto has aromas of black cherry, raspberry and hint of blueberries and minerals. An unoaked wine, this medium bodied red has soft tannins, moderate acidity and good balance.
Food Pairings: Grilled vegetables and casual dishes such as pizza, deli sandwiches and light pasta dishes.
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