Grape · Red
Dolcetto
RedWSET level 2
Name means 'little sweet one' but wine is dry. Early ripening, for young drinking. Low acid but noticeable tannin. Bitter almond note on finish.
- Origin
- Piedmont, Italy
- Climate
- Moderate
- Skin colour
- Dark blue
- Alcohol
- 12-13%
- Ageing potential
- Drink young
Taste profile
Aromas
- Black cherry
- Plum
- Almond
- Violet
- Liquorice
Where does it grow?
Key wines
- Dolcetto d'Alba
- Dolcetto di Dogliani
Food
Antipasti, pasta, light meat
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