COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Dolcetto
PRODUCER
Luigi Voghera
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Luigi Voghera Dolcetto d'Alba 2022 is a red wine from the Piedmont region of Italy, produced by Azienda Agricola Luigi Voghera. The winery, established in 1974, manages 22 hectares of vineyards in the Barbaresco area, focusing on indigenous grape varietals. This particular wine is made from 100% Dolcetto grapes, grown on hilly terrain with a southeast exposure at an altitude of 250 meters, on soils composed of calcareous marls and sandy elements. The wine's identity is rooted in its appellation, Dolcetto d'Alba DOC, and the producer's commitment to traditional winemaking.
ALCOHOL
13.5%
AVG. PRICE
€15
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Dolcetto means 'little sweet one' in Italian, but the wine is typically dry.
Fact 02
The 'Basarin' vineyard is a notable site for Luigi Voghera.
Fact 03
This wine is considered a 'vino da tutto pasto,' meaning it's suitable for the entire meal.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Luigi Voghera Dolcetto d'Alba 2022 begins with soft pressing of the Dolcetto grapes. Fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks, a process that typically lasts for a short period of 4-5 days, allowing for a brief maceration. Following fermentation, the wine is aged in stainless steel tanks. This method of vinification and aging is designed to preserve the wine's inherent fruitiness and delicate character.
