Torre Vallescura - Ovada D.O.C.G. Riserva

At the foot of the ancient ruins of the Saracen Tower, which cast arcane shadows and evoke memories of fierce battles, lie the vineyards from which the grapes for this cru are harvested. The fruit of the balance of the land and the cellar skill of "Torre Vallescura", this is a Dolcetto d'Ovada aged in barrique. Here its dominant characteristics move towards a more mature balance. Body and structure temper their exuberant strength into a harmony that is established over time. It knows how to withstand the years, tenaciously defending its intense ruby-red colour, its fruity aromas and that distinctive almond aftertaste that marks its typicity. Production area: Vallescura locality, municipality of Lerma (Alessandria) Cru: 100% Dolcetto Altitude above sea level: 290 Sun exposure: south Training system: guyot Soil: tuffaceous Year planted: approx. 30 years Harvest: third ten-day period of September Winemaking: gentle pressing and long maceration of the crushed grapes at controlled temperature in steel tanks Ageing: one year in steel tanks, eight months in 225-litre oak barrels (barrique) and six months in bottle Alcohol content: 13% vol The alcohol content may vary in percentage depending on the vintage according to the climatic trend This wine's structure and body, thanks to the selection of grapes at harvest, allow it to improve over time, gaining balance and smoothness.