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Schiena del Crottino

2010 Dolcetto D'alba Red Blend

The Giribaldi Schiena del Crottino is a captivating red blend from the renowned Dolcetto d'Alba region, showcasing the exceptional quality of the 2010 vintage. This wine presents a deep red hue, inviting you to explore its rich and complex character. On the palate, it delights with a medium-bodied profile that strikes a harmonious balance between its vibrant acidity and fruit intensity. Layered with enticing flavors of dark cherries, plums, and subtle earthy undertones, the wine offers a delightful experience that is both approachable and sophisticated. The tannins are firm yet well-integrated, providing structure and age-worthiness to this enchanting blend. This wine, crafted with finesse in the picturesque Dolcetto d'Alba, promises to be a true companion for a variety of culinary delights, making every sip a memorable one.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Italy
Italy

While France takes the crown for the most famous wines styles and grape varieties, Italy is where wine was first perfected. The ancient Greeks called it Oenotria—"land of the vines"—and the Roman Empire advanced grape growing and winemaking to a level of quality we still enjoy today. But behind Italy's best-known wines, such as Chianti, Barolo and prosecco, there's an almost endless diversity of delights awaiting the intrepid explorer. The key to understanding Italian wine is regionality and (of course) food. From the aromatic and sparkling whites of the north to Sicily's rich and spicy reds, Italy offers wine lovers a lifetime of gastronomic treats.

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