STEIRA: The Shining Star of Rocco di Carpeneto's Dolcetto Universe
Even though Rocco di Carpeneto treats all its wines with equal care and attention, the STEIRA—named after the Piedmontese word for "star"—stands out as the brightest in the winery’s Dolcetto offerings. The grapes for this exceptional wine come from the Vigneto Rocco, planted in 1970. The yields are low, ensuring higher quality. The early-ripening Dolcetto is hand-harvested in the second half of September, lightly crushed, and spontaneously fermented in large wooden barrels. The final aging process spans 20 months in tonneaux and predominantly used barriques. Before bottling, which results in a total of 960 bottles, a small amount of sulfur is added, with no fining or filtration.
Style
Powerful, juicy, compact, and concentrated, the STEIRA lacks nothing. It possesses tannins, alcohol, and acidity—all perfectly balanced from the start, ensuring a long aging potential. Dark aromas dominate the nose, with pepper intertwining with dark cherries and plums. The texture is intense, dense, and inviting, leading to a lasting and straightforward finish.
Technical Data
- Variety: 100% Dolcetto
- Vineyard: Vigna Rocco, planted in 1970. Located on a plateau at 270 meters altitude, predominantly clay and loam soil, with a planting density of 5000 vines per hectare and an average yield of 0.8 kg per vine.
- Exposure: East-West
- Harvest: By hand
- Fermentation: Spontaneous | wild yeasts, in large wooden barrels
- Aging: 20 months in used tonneaux and barriques
- Filtration: None
- SO₂: < 25 mg/l
- Alcohol Content: 13.5% vol
- Closure: Natural cork
- Serving Temperature: 16-18°C
- Optimal Drinking Window: Now – 2030
- Bottle Size and Price per Liter: 0.75 l (€24.87/l)
Philosophy: All winemakers listed at Vinonudo cultivate their vineyards using compost, organic fertilizers, and natural preparations, strictly avoiding the use of herbicides, pesticides, and synthetic fertilizers.
