Still
Marziano Abbona & Giuseppe Caviola
Dogliani DOCG
Dolcetto
Vineyard of production: Doriolo - Dogliani, 6.5 ha. Average age of vineyards: 56 years. Yield: 7 tons per hectare
Organic
Sand, clay, and loam mixture
The vineyards of Abbona extend for a total surface area of 52 hectares (128 acres) over the best-positioned territories in Dogliani, Monforte d’Alba and Novello. All owned by the winery, the vineyards include some of the most renowned crus in the Langhe and are cultivated in the highest respect for the surrounding environment and for those who work in the vineyards.
The vineyards are cultivated and harvested by hand following methods passed down for generations. Many of the family vineyards are cultivated with old-growth vines up to 60 years of age. These express the highest quality of the territory where they were planted. Following the French tradition of classifying land parcels, the winery’s vineyards are divided by land quality according to factors of microclimate, position, and geology. Abbona uses only grapes from the best vineyards, located in the higher hills, to make their cru wines; the other grapes are used to make their core wines.
Crushing-destemming is followed by spontaneous alcoholic fermentation using indigenous yeasts. The juice is left in contact with the skins in stainless steel tanks at controlled temperatures, max 30-31° C (86-89° F), for 24 days. Dry racking and decantation are next followed by a transfer to stainless steel tanks. It is stabilized with cold temperatures in order to avoid the use of clarifying products. Average sulfite level: 40 mg/L. 3,700 cases produced annually.
In stainless steel tanks until bottling at the beginning of June. Then, bottles rest at a constant temperature of 14°C (57° F) for three months before release.
Vegan
Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania
The intensity and strength of this wine come from its very rich, sumptuous and consistent color. The fruity component dominates the varietal aromas without missing floral and vegetable elements that complement its rich scents. The old and mature age of the vines, combined with the quality of the vintage, offers the well-known spicy taste at great value and complexity.