About this wine
A single-vineyard Dolcetto from the Ciabot Brusà site, showing more depth and structure than the estate's basic bottling. Reviewers have noted an earthy, mineral-driven nose of dried blueberries, iron and dried flowers, with a cool, focused palate of dark currant and firm, well-integrated tannins.
A more serious, structured take on Dolcetto — good for those who want more than simple fruit.
Sommelier's Note
"Proof that Dolcetto can have gravitas — this cru shows an earthy seriousness rarely found in the variety."
Food Pairings
Pairs well with grilled sausages, braised pork, and mushroom-based dishes.
When to drink it
Autumn dinners, mushroom and game dishes.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Dolcetto
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- $22-28 (reference: category average for single-vineyard Dolcetto d'Alba; specific retail price not confirmed)
Terroir & Winemaking
From the Ciabot Brusà cru; slightly more extraction and structure than the estate's standard Dolcetto, with a portion of oak aging.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What distinguishes Ciabot Brusà from regular Dolcetto d'Alba?
- It comes from a single named vineyard and shows more earthy depth, mineral character, and firmer tannin structure.
- What food pairs well?
- Braised pork, grilled sausages, and mushroom dishes.
- Should Ciabot Brusà be aged?
- It can hold a bit longer than the estate's basic Dolcetto — reviewers have found bottles from a decade earlier still showing well — but it is still best enjoyed within a few years of release.
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