Dolcetto

Written by Madeline Puckette

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In Piedmont, Dolcetto’s home, the name means “little sweet one.” Funny enough, wines are generally tart with loads black fruit flavors and occasionally aggressive tannins.

Primary Flavors

  • Plum
  • Blackberry
  • Cocoa
  • Black Pepper
  • Violet

Taste Profile

Dry

Medium-full Body

Low Tannins

Medium-low Acidity

11.5–13.5% ABV

Handling

  • SERVE
    60–68°F / 15-20°C

  • GLASS TYPE
    Universal

  • DECANT
    30 Minutes

  • CELLAR
    3–5 Years

Food Pairing

One of Italy’s classic food wines that’s best with richer, darker meats and vegetable dishes with roasted tomatoes, eggplant, and garlic.

Written byMadeline Puckette

James Beard Award-winning author and Wine Communicator of the Year. I co-founded Wine Folly to help people learn about wine. @WineFolly