The history of Dolcetto d’Alba wines is embedded in the viticultural traditions of the Piedmont region in Italy, where the earliest traces of this grape variety date back to the Middle Ages. Dolcetto, literally translated as “little sweet one” in Italian, is a highly appreciated red grape in this region. Unlike other Piedmont grape varieties like Nebbiolo, famous for Barolo, Dolcetto is intended to produce softer, fruitier wines meant to be enjoyed young, making it a popular choice among lovers of Italian red wines.
Vinification is traditional, with 10 days’ maceration at a temperature of about 28 °C, followed by malolactic fermentation. The wine is bottled in the spring after harvest, and continues the maturing process in the bottle
Tasting impression: Dolcetto is a lively ruby red color. The nose offers vinous aromas accompanied by notes of flowers and ripe red fruit, especially cherries. The palate is fresh, well-balanced and is exceptionally easy to drink. Tasting temperature: 18°C
Meal coupling: pasta with rich sauces, red and white meat, medium and long ripening cheese.
13.5% ABV
