Pira Luigi
Dolcetto d'Alba 2025
| Denomination | DOC Dolcetto d'Alba |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Dolcetto |
| Aging | Aged for 8 months in stainless steel tanks |
- Name and grape variety: Dolcetto d’Alba DOC 2025, still red wine from Dolcetto grapes
- Origin: Serralunga d’Alba, Piedmont hills with calcareous-clay soil and north-facing exposure
- Production: fermentation for 8-10 days and ageing for 8 months, exclusively in stainless steel
- Tasting notes: ruby colour, hints of cherry and wild berries, persistent finish
- Format and alcohol: 0.75 l bottle, 13% vol, produced by Pira Luigi
Description
What kind of wine it is
Pira Luigi's Dolcetto d’Alba is a still red wine from Piedmont, made from the Dolcetto grape variety. This version of Dolcetto d’Alba presents a fresh and straightforward profile. In the glass, it displays a ruby red colour with violet highlights. The aromatic bouquet offers clear notes of red fruits, wild berries and cherry. On the palate, it reveals excellent harmony between the acidic and tannic components, providing a prolonged taste persistence and a balanced finish.
Where it comes from
This red originates in Serralunga d’Alba, in a highly renowned hilly area. The vines benefit from a northern exposure on calcareous-clay soil, ideal conditions for giving the sip a measured tannic texture and great fruit clarity. The cultivation of these grapes in the area has been documented since the late nineteenth century, demonstrating a continuity of production that defines the authentic identity of the region of origin.
How it is produced
Vinification begins with fermentation in stainless steel at a controlled temperature, lasting about eight to ten days. This process ensures precise extraction and maintains a clean profile. This is followed by eight months of ageing carried out entirely in steel tanks. The absence of wood ageing enhances the smoothness of the sip and preserves the original aromatic fragrance, resulting in a harmonious and well-defined wine.
History and Curiosities
Luigi Pira's Dolcetto d’Alba DOC originates in Serralunga d’Alba, in a region where these grapes have been cultivated since the late nineteenth century. The 2025 vintage is a pure expression of Piedmontese tradition, the result of vineyards facing north on an excellent calcareous-clay soil. The rigorous vinification in steel at a controlled temperature, combined with eight months of ageing, preserves the vibrant and fresh notes of cherry. This red wine captivates with its profound harmony, masterfully balancing tannins and acidity in a persistent finish.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
14 -16 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1950
- Oenologist: Gianpaolo Pira
- Bottles produced: 65.000
- Hectares: 13
The first step taken by Luigi marked a significant imprint for the company and, in the early 1990s, with the arrival of his sons Gianpaolo, Romolo and Claudio, the family began bottling their own wines, seeking the highest quality. Read more
| Name | Pira Dolcetto d'Alba 2025 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Dolcetto d'Alba DOC |
| Vintage | 2025 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Dolcetto |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Pira Luigi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Luigi Pira's Dolcetto d’Alba DOC originates in Serralunga d’Alba, in a region where these grapes have been cultivated since the late nineteenth century. The 2025 vintage is a pure expression of Piedmontese tradition, the result of vineyards facing north on an excellent calcareous-clay soil. The rigorous vinification in steel at a controlled temperature, combined with eight months of ageing, preserves the vibrant and fresh notes of cherry. This red wine captivates with its profound harmony, masterfully balancing tannins and acidity in a persistent finish. |
| Origin | Comune di Serralunga d’Alba |
| Soil composition | Calcareous-clay |
| Yield per hectare | 60 - 65 q |
| Fermentation | Approximately 8 0 days |
| Production technique | Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, with ageing in stainless steel tanks |
| Wine making | Fermentation in stainless steel vats at a controlled temperature for approximately 8 0 days, followed by 8 months of ageing in stainless steel tanks. |
| Aging | Aged for 8 months in stainless steel tanks |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |