COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Dolcetto
PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola Lodali Walter
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Lodali Dolcetto d'Alba 2022 is a dry red wine from Piedmont, Italy, made from 100% Dolcetto grapes. The grapes are sourced exclusively from vineyards in the municipality of Treiso. Azienda Agricola Lodali Walter, a historic winery founded in 1939, is now managed by the third generation, Walter Lodali. His winemaking philosophy emphasizes meticulous craftsmanship and minimal intervention to allow the unique terroir to express itself. Dolcetto d'Alba wines are known for their approachable, fruity character, often intended for early consumption to appreciate their freshness.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€20
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Dolcetto means 'little sweet one' in Italian, but the wines are typically dry.
Fact 02
This wine is often called a 'friendship wine' for its approachable nature.
Fact 03
Treiso is a sub-region known for producing elegant Dolcetto wines.
Fact 04
The Lodali family has been making wine since 1939.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Lodali Dolcetto d'Alba begins with a manual harvest, collecting grapes in boxes. The grapes undergo soft pressing, followed by maceration at controlled temperatures for 8-10 days. Post-fermentation, the wine is aged in stainless steel tanks to preserve its freshness and fruit character. It then spends an additional 3 months in bottle before being released. The winery practices sustainable vineyard cultivation.
