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2024 Bartolo Mascarello Dolcetto D'Alba, Piedmont, Italy
$50.00
VINEYARDSourced from the Monrobiolo and Rue vineyards in Barolo.
SOIL Clay with sand, tufa and limestone substrates.
VINIFICATION: The two vineyards’ production is co-fermented in a single large concrete tank. The tank does not have an internal temperature control system but fermentation temperatures are monitored daily and the must is cooled with a cold-water heat exchanger if it exceeds 28C. The fermentation typically occurs from indigenous yeasts, but we will add yeast if necessary. Pump-overs are performed twice a day. The wine is racked once fermentation is nearly complete to preserve fruit and freshness (typically 8-12 days, but varies); the Dolcetto does not receive extended maceration. The cantina uses a gentle hydraulic basket press. The same general winemaking techniques are used each year so as to let the grape’s typicity and the essential character of the vintage emerge in an honest and true manner.
AGING;The Dolcetto is stored in large botti (casks) of Slavonian Oak for 6-9 months in a natural ageing cellar, then bottled the following late July. Malolactic fermentation is not forced and occurs in the botti. The botti range from 25 to 50 hectoliters and average 10-12 years of age.
Specs
- Country Italy
- Region Piedmont
- Appellation Langhe
- Style Red Wine
- Producer Bartolo Mascarello
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Dolcetto
- Food Pairings Braised Things, Red Sauce, Roast White Meats, Gamey Meats
- Characteristics Black or Blue Fruit, Dressed to Impress, Icon
- This item is not eligible for discount.