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Dolcetto d'Alba DOC

by Paolo Scavino · Piedmont, Italy

Appellation
Dolcetto d’AlbaDOC
Type
Red
Grapes
Dolcetto
Vineyard
Estate-grown Dolcetto from approximately 50-year-old vines
Vintages
2011
Alcohol
14.0%
Sweetness
Dry
Colour
Red
Colour depth
Dark
Body
Medium-bodied
Serve at
16–18 °C
Bottled in
0.75 l
Paolo ScavinoPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

Dolcetto needs good exposure without excessive warmth, allowing the grapes to retain acidity. The estate’s approximately 50-year-old Dolcetto vines contribute complexity.

Grapes

Dolcetto.

Tasting profile

Purple in colour, with fresh, delicate aromas of cherry, blueberry, spices and flowers. The palate combines a light, bright structure with defined tannins, harmonious acidity, freshness and an intriguing character.

Serving and pairing

An everyday wine traditionally paired with Piedmontese antipasti. The 2011 vintage was served with a mixed green salad and pecorino flan.

Vintage notes

The 2011 was described as a dry red with low acidity, mild tannins and a comparatively strong flavour.