Dolcetto d'Alba DOC

The vineyard-covered hills of southern Piedmont, especially those of Miocene origin (Tertiary era) located on the right bank of the Tanaro river, have been home to the Dolcetto vine for centuries, as this variety has its origins on those same slopes. But what is even stronger is the almost atavistic bond that has taken root between Dolcetto wine and the people who populate “its” hills. It is one of the most typical and widespread varieties in Piedmont. Traces of the presence of this wine date back to the medieval period when it was presumably used in commercial exchanges with Liguria.

It is divided into two main zones: the territories towards the Barolo area and those that start from Alba and head up towards the Belbo Valley, where the geological structure produces finer and lighter Dolcettos. The Consortium has begun a zoning project to valorise various prestigious areas that have been gaining success in recent years on the labels of leading wineries.

Dolcetto d’Alba reaffirms the characteristics of freshness and youth: a ruby and violet colour, a fresh and decidedly fruity aroma, a totally dry, full and harmonious flavour that concludes with a pleasant bitter almond aftertaste.