About this wine
Menturin is a historic Dolcetto d'Alba DOC from grapes grown on the southern slopes of the Menturin vineyard, on the hillsides of Gallina. Deep ruby-red with violet reflections, it offers intense aromas of wild Langhe flowers, ripe cherry, plum and berry fruit, with a full, soft palate, an almond-like finish and pleasant tannin.
Soft tannins and juicy fruit make this one of the most approachable reds in the Francone range.
Sommelier's Note
"Menturin shows why Dolcetto is the Langhe's favorite everyday red — soft, generous and never demanding."
Food Pairings
Excellent with cured meats, egg pasta such as tajarin, grilled meats and medium-aged cheeses like Murazzano.
When to drink it
Weeknight dinners, casual trattoria-style meals.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Dolcetto
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 13.5%
- Price Range
- 約2,200〜2,900円（海外小売価格からの参考換算）
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Dolcetto, hand-harvested in mid-September; fermented with about 6 days of maceration at 26–28°C to preserve fruit aromatics, matured in stainless steel and bottled in spring, best enjoyed young within about 4 years.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Menturin taste like?
- Ripe cherry, plum and berry fruit with wild flower aromas, a soft full palate and an almond-like finish.
- Is Dolcetto a tannic wine?
- Despite the name (from 'dolce', sweet), Dolcetto is dry, but Menturin's tannins are soft and approachable, not aggressive.
- How soon should this wine be drunk?
- It's made for early enjoyment — best within about 4 years of the vintage.
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