Dolcetto d’Asti DOC

Region: Piemonte

History: Established as a DOC in 1974
Vineyard Area: 135 ha / 333 acres (2013, C)
Production: 3,790 hl (total 2013/14, V); avg. 44,500 cases bottled annually
Principal Red Grape Varieties: Dolcetto
Styles and Wine Composition: 

RED WINES

• Rosso (Rd): 100% Dolcetto
• Superiore (Rosso)

Significant Production Rules: 

• Minimum alcohol level: 11.5% for Rosso; 12.5% for Superiore
• Aging: For Superiore, minimum 1 year (ERD = January 1, V+2)
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