About Dolcetto di Diano d'Alba
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Dolcetto
- Price Range
- $18-28
Made from the Dolcetto grape in the Diano d'Alba appellation (from the Costa Fiore vineyard in some vintages), this wine applies Cascina Adelaide's precision to Piedmont's soft, approachable everyday red. Intense ruby color, cherry, currant and violet aromas, with firm fruit and a touch of menthol on the finish.
Don't sleep on Dolcetto — this bottling shows why Piedmontese locals drink it every day.
New to wine?
Soft, fruity and low in tannin — a friendly introduction to Piedmontese red wine.
Food Pairings
A natural match for salumi, pizza margherita, or simple pasta with tomato and basil.
When to drink it
Casual lunches, aperitivo with cured meats, easy weeknight pairing
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Dolcetto, in some vintages sourced from the Costa Fiore vineyard within the Diano d'Alba appellation. Vinified to preserve fresh fruit character with minimal oak influence, in keeping with Dolcetto's traditionally approachable style.
About the producer
Cascina AdelaideMaster of 8 Barolo Crus, crafting elegant and terroir-driven Nebbiolo.Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Dolcetto the same grape as Barolo's Nebbiolo?
- No, Dolcetto is a distinct, softer red grape traditionally drunk young, unlike the tannic, age-worthy Nebbiolo used for Barolo.
- Should this wine be aged?
- It is best enjoyed within a few years of the vintage, while its fresh fruit character is at its peak.
- What is the Costa Fiore vineyard?
- It is a site within the Diano d'Alba appellation that Cascina Adelaide has used for some vintages of this Dolcetto.
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