Marchesi di Barolo Dolcetto d'Alba 2003
Varietal: Dolcetto
Vineyard: Marchesi di Barolo
Region: Piedmont, Italy
Production Area
A 10-acre single vineyard in the Langhe district of Piedmont
Grape Varieties
100% Dolcetto
Vinification
A brief fermentation is initiated as the cap is punched down, to facilitate extraction of color. The wine is held in Marchesi di Barolo's cellars until the September following harvest, after which it is bottled and released.
Color
Deep purple with violet reflections
Bouquet
Fresh and youthful with floral scents
Taste
Youthful, full of seductive fruit, and well-balanced, with a pleasing hint of almond on the finish
Serving Suggestions
Perfect with appetizers, cheeses, salmon, tuna or swordfish, white meat and poultry main courses. Can be served lightly chilled (about 15 minutes in the refrigerator)
