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Dolcetto Blue Teal

2007 New Mexico Dolcetto

Blue Teal Vineyards Dolcetto Blue Teal is a captivating red wine hailing from the picturesque region of New Mexico. This 2007 vintage offers a delightful experience with its medium-bodied structure that gracefully balances richness and approachability. The wine presents a pleasing level of acidity, lending a lively quality that brightens the palate. With medium fruit intensity, it showcases luscious notes of ripe black cherries and plums, beautifully complemented by subtle hints of spice that add depth. The tannins are soft and round, providing a silky mouthfeel that invites further exploration. This Dolcetto is dry yet friendly, making it an ideal choice for pairing with a variety of dishes or simply savoring on its own.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry, Blackberry, Plum

Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Plum

Plum

Pairs well with:


Pasta with Tomato-Based Sauce, Eggplant Parmesan, Pasta Marinara

Region:


New Mexico
New Mexico

New Mexico, with its high desert landscapes and dramatic mountain ranges, offers a unique and diverse winegrowing environment in the American Southwest. The state's American Viticultural Areas (AVAs) benefit from the high altitude and the intense sunlight, which together create a significant diurnal temperature variation. This variation sharply cools the vineyards at night, tempering the daytime heat and allowing grapes to ripen slowly and develop complex flavors while retaining essential acids. The arid climate and minimal rainfall reduce the risk of vine diseases and allow vintners to control vine vigor through irrigation. Vineyards at lower elevations tend to produce bolder, more intense wines, while those at higher elevations excel in growing cooler-climate varieties, yielding more delicate and aromatic wines.

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