{"product_id":"prunotto-dolcetto-dalba-2024","title":"Prunotto Dolcetto d'Alba 2024","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrunotto Dolcetto d’Alba is a red wine that elegantly expresses the character of the Dolcetto grape variety. In the glass, it displays a \u003cstrong\u003evivid ruby red\u003c\/strong\u003e colour with purple highlights. Its aromatic profile releases scents of plum and black cherry jam, combined with floral notes, vegetal hints, dark spices and damp earth. On the palate, it is round and enveloping, supported by \u003cstrong\u003esoft tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e and a harmonious balance between freshness and savouriness. The sip finishes with a warm ending and a typical almond aftertaste, making it ideal for pairing with ragù pasta dishes and \u003cstrong\u003ebraised meats\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBorn in the Alba area, in the province of Cuneo, this red represents the heart of the Langhe wine region in Piedmont. The Dolcetto d’Alba vines sink their roots into \u003cstrong\u003esandy and clay soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, formed by ancient marine currents from the Miocene era. This unique geological matrix defines the wine’s marked \u003cstrong\u003eterritorial identity\u003c\/strong\u003e, encouraging ripe fruit with well-defined contours. The Prunotto winery is dedicated to faithfully interpreting the vocation of this hilly environment, ensuring a sip with a pronounced \u003cstrong\u003evarietal imprint\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe process begins with destemming and crushing, followed by a \u003cstrong\u003eseven-day maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e at a controlled temperature. This stage allows for targeted colour extraction while preserving a rigorous aromatic purity. Malolactic fermentation concludes in mid-December, noticeably softening the wine’s texture. The wine then matures for several months in \u003cstrong\u003estainless steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e, without the use of wood: a choice aimed at maintaining the original \u003cstrong\u003efruit fragrance\u003c\/strong\u003e intact. The cellar process concludes in the spring, resulting in a clear and balanced wine.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in Alba in 1904, the \u003cstrong\u003ePrunotto\u003c\/strong\u003e winery preserves the excellence of the Langhe, offering an authentic expression of \u003cstrong\u003eDolcetto d’Alba DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e. The vines sink their roots into sandy and clay soils of Miocene origin, giving this red wine a distinctive character. Careful vinification and ageing exclusively in steel enhance its lively fragrance. Praised by international critics, this wine encapsulates the truest \u003cstrong\u003ePiedmontese tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e in every glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Prunotto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45363799785643,"sku":"57630","price":16.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/prunotto-dolcetto-d-alba-2024_57630_1_101fbd13-f143-47ce-a6db-25947ea844b6.webp?v=1773775333","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-uk\/products\/prunotto-dolcetto-dalba-2024","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}