COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2019
GRAPE
Dolcetto
PRODUCER
Cascina Gentile
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Cascina Gentile Ovada is a 100% Dolcetto red wine from the Ovada DOCG in Piedmont, Italy. Produced by Cascina Gentile, the wine originates exclusively from the estate's 'Cascinotto' vineyard. The producer, Cascina Gentile, is an organic estate with a history spanning three generations, currently led by Daniele Oddone, who also presides over the Consorzio dell'Ovada. The Ovada DOCG appellation is recognized for its distinctive Dolcetto wines, and Cascina Gentile's approach focuses on expressing the powerful and complex potential of the Dolcetto grape from this specific terroir.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Natural
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
18-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'Cascinotto' vineyard is the sole source for this Ovada.
Fact 02
Vines at Cascina Gentile are over 50 years old.
Fact 03
The estate is certified organic.
Fact 04
Daniele Oddone is president of the Ovada wine consortium.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Cascina Gentile Ovada begins with soft pressing of the Dolcetto grapes, followed by a 7-10 day skin maceration. Fermentation takes place at approximately 25°C with periodic pump-overs. The wine then undergoes 12 months of aging in stainless steel tanks, without filtration or clarification. It is further aged in bottle for at least one year before release, in accordance with Ovada DOCG regulations. The estate practices organic viticulture.
