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Valle d'Aosta DOC
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Arnad
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Valle D'Aosta
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At least 70% Nebbiolo, with the remainder including Gros Vien, Neyret, Cornalin and Fumin.
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3 acres
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Guyot
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1980
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1,200-1,600ft
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2,500
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Sandy, alkaline.
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S/SW
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Late October.
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13.5%
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2 gr/l
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Traditional emerged cap production with lengthy maceration of the marc, for 15 to 20 days, at a controlled temperature of 28°-30°C.
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In wooden barrels for a period of ten to twelve months, with at least six more months in bottles.
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6,000 btls
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12 months after harvest
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6 months after bottling
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A ruby red of medium intensity, occasionally with perceptible garnet reflections.
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Fine and intense, sensations of red fruits and spices with nutty and jammy notes.
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Dry, smooth but austere, harmonious and remarkably strong.
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Stewed or braised meats, mature low-fat cheeses.
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