impressions of purple fruit and woody spice
with a refreshing acid line and chewy tannins
Maceration and alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled vats for an average period of nine days
Cabernet Franc and Merlot gives the wine backbone and tightness of structure while emphasizing its smooth
attempted by only the bravest of winemakers
Monterustico Dogliani 2023 1907 impressions of purple fruit andMonterustico is an exciting attempt by the Vaira family to revitalise the denomination of Dogliani, which was, 30 years ago, more sought after than Barolo. Situated on the southern Langhe hills, about 16 kilometres south of Barolo, it is known for producing outstanding Dolcetto grown on clay marl soils derived from the formazioni di Lequio. Beautiful deep violet purple color. Notes of purple flowers and fruits, violet, raspberries and dark cherries,