Marco Bonfante Dolcetto d'Alba Doc 2021
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"Marco Bonfante Dolcetto d'Alba 2021
About the producer:
Marco Bonfante Winery, founded in 2000 by Marco and Micaela Bonfante, is located in Nizza Monferrato in the Piedmont region of Italy. With a winemaking tradition spanning eight generations, the estate focuses on producing expressive, elegant wines using local grape varieties that reflect the identity of the territory.
About the region:
Dolcetto d'Alba is produced in the Alba area of Piedmont, nestled between the Langhe and Roero hills. This region benefits from calcareous and clay-rich soils, ideal for the Dolcetto grape, which yields fruit-forward wines with freshness and balance.
About the grape variety:
Made from 100% Dolcetto, an indigenous Piedmontese variety known for its deep color, soft tannins, and lower acidity. Despite its name—Dolcetto means “little sweet one”—the grape produces dry wines that are approachable and food-friendly.
Style and tasting notes:
The Dolcetto d'Alba 2021 displays a bright ruby red color with violet reflections. On the nose, it reveals intense aromas of red fruits, particularly cherry and raspberry, along with subtle floral and almond notes. The palate is dry, soft, and harmonious, with low acidity and a pleasantly bitter finish that adds character.
Trivia:
Dolcetto is traditionally one of the first grapes to be harvested in Piedmont. The Marco Bonfante Dolcetto d'Alba is vinified in stainless steel tanks to preserve its fruit-forward profile, and it is intended to be enjoyed young, though it can develop additional nuance with short-term aging."
