Fontanafredda, 2010 Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba DOC, La Lepre.

Grapes: 100% Dolcetto.

Vinification Note: Sourced exclusively from the "La Lepre" vineyard in the village of Diano d'Alba, over a total surface area of 2.55 hectares where the average production is 52 hl per hectare. This mid-hillside (270-300 m a.s.l) estate vineyard faces east/north-east on soil of a Miocene-helvetian origin, which is rich in calcareous marl and potassium oxide and has good permeability. Fermentation in stainless steel vats with maceration for 8-10 days at a controlled temperature (24-25°C), followed by the malolactic fermentation. A short stay in stainless steel tanks precedes bottling, which takes place in the spring following the vintage. The wine is released after 3 months of ageing.

Tasting Notes: Deep ruby-red with very marked violet hue. The fine, fruity bouquet is very persistent with clear-cut overtones of plums and cherries. The palate is pleasantly dry, and its strong almondy after taste brings out its fullness and velvety stuffing with slight tannins, making for a highly agreeable, fine balance.