COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
100% Dolcetto
PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola Ribote di Porro Bruno e Figlio
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Dogliani D.O.C.G. Ribote is a red wine produced by Azienda Agricola Ribote di Porro Bruno e Figlio in Dogliani, Piedmont, Italy. It is made from 100% Dolcetto grapes. The winery's name, 'Ribote,' is derived from an old farmhouse on their property, which was named after a beloved old tree. The labels for their wines are artistic creations by Gianni Gallo, a friend of the family. Azienda Agricola 'Ribote' is a family-run business with a long-standing tradition in farming and winemaking, established in its current form in 1980. The estate is dedicated to cultivating the Dolcetto grape for its Dogliani appellation wines, reflecting a deep respect for the land passed down through generations. The vineyards are located in the San Luigi subzone of Dogliani on calcareous soil, with south-facing slopes at an altitude of 1,100 to 1,300 feet. The winery practices organic farming.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The winery name 'Ribote' comes from an old farmhouse named after a cherished tree.
Fact 02
Labels are designed and engraved by artist Gianni Gallo, friend of the family.
Fact 03
The estate practices organic farming.
Fact 04
Focuses almost exclusively on the Dolcetto grape for Dogliani wines.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Dogliani D.O.C.G. Ribote involves fermenting 100% Dolcetto grapes in cement and steel tanks. This method is chosen to preserve the grape's inherent fruit characteristics. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging in the same cement and steel vessels. This approach emphasizes purity and freshness, allowing the terroir and the varietal to express themselves without significant oak influence. The harvest typically occurs in mid-September. The estate practices organic farming.
