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Bella Dolce

2015 Arizona Red Blend

Alcantara Vineyards Bella Dolce is a delightful red blend from Arizona, showcasing the unique characteristics of the region's terroir. This 2015 vintage presents a beautiful ruby hue, inviting you in with its rich color. The wine boasts a full-bodied profile, offering a luxurious mouthfeel that coats the palate. With a high acidity level, bright and lively notes dance on your tongue, adding a refreshing element to the tasting experience. The fruit intensity is pronounced, revealing flavors of dark berries and cherries, complemented by subtle hints of spice, making each sip intriguing. Well-integrated tannins provide a firm structure that perfectly balances the wine's overall composition. Bella Dolce is a dry, robust red blend that captures the essence of Arizona's winemaking potential, making it an exceptional choice for any wine lover.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Oak

Oak

Region:


Arizona
Arizona

Arizona is an emerging and diverse winegrowing region in the southwestern United States. Spanning high desert plateaus and rugged mountains, Arizona's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) showcase a wide array of terroir. The high elevation and arid climate play a major role in shaping Arizona's vineyards, with cool nights and warm days allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors. The diverse soils, ranging from volcanic to sandy loam, contribute to the unique character of Arizona's wines. Cooler-climate grape varieties thrive in the higher elevations, while further down, richer, bolder wines are produced. Arizona's growing wine industry is gaining recognition for its distinctive and high-quality wines that reflect the unique environmental conditions of the region.

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