About Dolcetto d'Alba
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Dolcetto
- Price Range
- $16-22
- Alcohol
- 13.5%
A fresh, fruit-forward Dolcetto from a south-facing, 35-year-old estate vineyard in Monforte d'Alba, made with traditional submerged-cap fermentation at relatively low temperature to preserve primary aromas. Medium-bodied with soft tannin, it's designed for early, joyful drinking.
Dolcetto is often overlooked next to Nebbiolo and Barbera, but Cascina Sòt's version — cherry, ripe plum, and a touch of almond — is proof it deserves a permanent spot on the table.
New to wine?
Soft, fruity, and easy-drinking — a great first red from Piedmont.
Food Pairings
Delicious with charcuterie, pizza, and simple pasta dishes; its soft tannin and juicy fruit make it an easy weeknight red.
When to drink it
Casual lunches, aperitivo, and everyday pasta dinners
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Dolcetto from a south-facing 35-year-old vineyard. Traditional submerged-cap vinification at relatively low temperature to preserve primary fruit aromas; released without extended oak aging.
About the producer
Cascina SòtAuthentic family-run winery crafting precise, terroir-driven Barolo.Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- Should I age this wine?
- No — Dolcetto d'Alba is best enjoyed young, typically within one to three years of the vintage, while its fresh fruit character is at its peak.
- What does it taste like?
- Enveloping aromas of fresh cherry, ripe plum, and a hint of almond, with delicate floral notes and medium-weight, balanced tannin on the palate.
- Is Dolcetto sweet?
- Despite the name (which means 'little sweet one' in Italian, referring to the grape's low acidity rather than sugar), Dolcetto d'Alba is a dry red wine.
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