Dolcetto d'Alba DOC - Brezza 2022

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Technical information

Producer	Brezza
Name	Dolcetto d'Alba DOC
Variety	Dolcetto
Vintage	2022
Gradation	12.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Red fruits, almond, slightly spicy
Vinification method	Fermentation in steel at controlled temperature
Region	Piedmont
Production area	Alba and surroundings
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	Short, mainly in steel
Color	Ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	Within 3-5 years
Pairing	Red meats, fresh cheeses, cold cuts

Descrizione

The Dolcetto grape in the municipality of Barolo is harvested in September. After arriving in the cellar, it is destemmed, pressed and sent to the subsequent fermentation at a temperature that does not exceed 26°C. After approximately 7 days, the wine is separated from the skins and kept at 18°C to encourage malolactic fermentation. Once completed, the wine is stored in steel and concrete tanks until bottling, which takes place in April. After bottling, the wine rests for a further month before being marketed.

On the palate, it has a light bitter aftertaste, typical of Dolcetto from these areas, and its color is purple and very lively. Dolcetto is considered a wine that pairs easily with the complex cuisine of the Piedmont region, and it can accompany the whole meal, from appetizers to desserts. Although it can be preserved for a few years, over time it tends to lose the freshness that characterizes it.

The winery

Brezza (Azienda Agricola Brezza Giacomo e Figli) – Winery in Piemonte

Discover the story and wines of Brezza (Azienda Agricola Brezza Giacomo e Figli).

Family-owned winery from Barolo (CN) with vineyards in the historic MGA sites (Cannubi, Castellero, Sarmassa), specializing in DOCG/DOC red wines. The estate is certified organic.

Region: Piemonte

Country: Italia

Founded: 1885

Grapes: Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto, Freisa, Chardonnay

Family-owned winery with vineyards in Barolo since 1885. Production focused on the Barolo crus: Cannubi, Castellero, Sarmassa Organic certification Selection includes wines appreciated by international critics. Catalog featuring Barolo DOCG, Nebbiolo d'Alba, Barbera d'Alba, Dolcetto and Langhe Chardonnay

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Winery history

The Brezza family has owned vineyards in Barolo since 1885; the company name comes from Giacomo Brezza and the first documented bottling dates to the early 20th century. The business has remained family-run and has developed by preserving the historic cellars while combining tradition with some technological interventions in winemaking.

Production philosophy

Enhancing the crus and the Langhe territory, prioritizing winemaking that respects the grapes' characteristics: a traditional approach for the great reds and stainless-steel vinification for the fresher styles. Cultivation is oriented toward organic farming, as evidenced by the company's certification.

Terroir and vineyards

The winery is located in the municipality of Barolo, Piedmont. Its estate vineyards include parcels within the MGA of Cannubi, Castellero and Sarmassa; there are also vineyard plots in other municipalities of the Langhe such as Monforte d'Alba, Novello and in the area between Alba and Diano d'Alba.

Awards and recognitions

Recognition and ratings from specialist publications: for example, very positive evaluations by Vinous for Barolo and notable reviews in publications such as Falstaff and Decanter.