Dolcetto

Red

Moderate climate

Piedmont's everyday red grape, producing soft, fruity wines with a characteristic bitter almond finish. Best from Dogliani and Alba, where it's taken most seriously.

Best enjoyed within 3-5 years. A few top producers make age-worthy versions.

Climate

Moderate

Regions

1 region

Color

Red

Typical Structure & Aromas

Typical profile for this variety. Style varies by region, climate, and winemaking.

Structure

Body

Moderate

Tannins

Smooth

Sweetness

Dry

Acidity

Crisp

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Aromas

Young

black cherry plum almond licorice

Aged

dried fruit earth coffee

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Where Dolcetto grows

Italy

Piedmont

Piedmont's everyday red. Black cherry, plum, and violet over low acid and soft tannin, with a bitter-almond finish; Dogliani gives the most structured, age-worthy version.

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