COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Dolcetto
PRODUCER
Pier Giorgio Savigliano
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Dolcetto Diano d'Alba Pier Giorgio Savigliano is a red wine from the Diano d'Alba DOCG appellation in Piedmont, Italy, produced by Pier Giorgio Savigliano. This region is known for its high-altitude vineyards, often located on south-facing slopes ('sorì'), with soils rich in white marls. Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba DOCG has a strong tradition of cultivating the Dolcetto grape, with a detailed vineyard map established in 1986. The 'Superiore' designation for this appellation requires a minimum of 18 months of aging.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€23
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Passed
Ideal temperature
15-17°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Dolcetto means 'little sweet one,' but the wine is dry.
Fact 02
Diano d'Alba has a vineyard map dating back to 1986.
Fact 03
The 'sorì' are prized south-facing slopes for vineyards.
Fact 04
This wine is from a specific DOCG, highlighting regional pride.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Dolcetto Diano d'Alba typically involves fermentation in stainless steel tanks with temperature control to maintain fruit purity. For wines designated 'Superiore' within the Diano d'Alba DOCG, a minimum aging period of 18 months is mandated. The specific techniques employed by Pier Giorgio Savigliano for this 2016 vintage would follow these regional guidelines, focusing on the careful handling of the Dolcetto grape to achieve a balanced expression of its varietal and regional characteristics.
