Dolcetto di Ovada DOC

Region: Piemonte

History: Established as a DOC in 1972; Dolcetto di Ovada Superiore (Ovada) was established as a separate DOCG in 2008
Vineyard Area: 347 ha / 857 acres (2013, V)
Production: 12,550 hl (total 2013/14, V); avg. 136,500 cases bottled annually
Principal Red Grape Varieties: Dolcetto
Styles and Wine Composition: 

RED WINES

• Rosso (Rd): Minimum 97% Dolcetto + OANG

Significant Production Rules: 

• Maximum vineyard elevation: 600 m (1,970 ft)
• Minimum alcohol level: 11.5%
• Aging: No minimums specified
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