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Elio Altare Dolcetto dAlba 2020

Elio Altare Dolcetto dAlba 2020

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Tasting Notes

Lively Dolcetto with more intensity and complexity than many I have tried from Piedmont. Vibrant red fruits (raspberry-like) on the nose with dusty hints. Palate initially is mouth-filling dark fruits, juicy, and growing dusty tannin complexity to finish. 14% alc. Loved it with a savoury chicken pesto pizza, but a good rare piece of red meat would go well too. - Michael L

Arguably Italy’s most important fine wine region, Piedmont is synonymous with Nebbiolo, Barolo, and Barbaresco. It’s also home to a wide array of other compelling reds and whites that range from the austere to the juicy and joyful.


LOCATION:
Northwest Italy, bordering France and Switzerland, with the Alps to the north and the Apennines to the south.


TERROIR:
Rolling hills and foggy mornings define Langhe and Roero. Soils are mostly calcareous marl with sandy or clay-rich layers depending on the site. Continental climate with cold winters and warm summers.


VARIETIES:
Nebbiolo is king, producing powerful, tannic reds. Barbera and Dolcetto round out the red trio. For whites, look to Arneis, Cortese (Gavi), and Timorasso. Moscato is important in the Asti area.

Product Type Wine Red Dolcetto
Volume 750ml
Country Italy
Region Piedmont
Sub Region Alba
Winemaking Practices Minimal Intervention
Vineyard Practices Organic/Biodynamic