Description
The Dolcetto d’Asti PDO is reserved exclusively for Red wine.
Production Area
The production area of Dolcetto d’Asti PDO is within the territory of numerous municipalities in the Province of Asti, in the Piedmont region.
Description of product typologies
Dolcetto d’Asti PDO is vivid ruby red; the nose displays aromas of red fruit with evident notes of cherry, accompanied by significant intensity and a harmonious fragrance, leading to a typical almondy finish; it is dry on the palate, with fruity and slightly tannic notes, creating a light and easily drinkable wine. It can display Superiore on the label if it has undergone a minimum ageing period of one year, commencing January 1st of the year in which the grapes were produced. Grapes destined for the vinification of Dolcetto d’Asti PDO wines must ensure a minimum natural alcohol level of 11% vol., while the minimum natural alcohol level for Dolcetto d’Asti PDO Superiore wines must be 12% vol. The vinification and ageing processes of Dolcetto d’Asti PDO wines must be carried out within the provinces of Alessandria, Asti, Cuneo, Turin, Genoa, Savona and Imperia.
