Dolcetto d'Alba Bartolo Mascarello 2024

The Dolcetto d'Alba by Bartolo Mascarello is an interesting version of this classic Piedmontese wine, produced by one of the legendary names of the Langhe. It is a label crafted with artisanal care, starting from grapes of excellent quality, which expresses the authentic and traditional face of a red that has always been part of the history of the territory: an everyday wine par excellence, always appreciated for its immediate drinkability and its extraordinary versatility at the table. Its rich fruity aromas make it an ideal companion to enjoy with pasta dishes with meat or game sauces or with roasted white meats.

The Dolcetto d'Alba is born within the walls of one of the most charming wineries in the Langhe area. The name Bartolo Mascarello is indissolubly linked to the history of Barolo and the great Piedmontese wines. The estate can count on plots of great value, cultivated in the areas of Cannubi, San Lorenzo, and Ruè, which yield grapes of excellent quality. The style of the winery has always been focused on the protection of the mostancient customs, without any concession to fashions or modernist trends. The Dolcetto grapes come from different plots of the estate, particularly from the vineyards of Ruè and Monrobiolo. At the end of the harvest operations, the best bunches are sent for fermentation, which takes place in concrete tanks with the classic maceration on the skins. Before bottling, the wine matures for 9 months in large oak barrels, according to the oldest traditions of the territory.

The Dolcetto d'Alba by Bartolo Mascarello is the perfect bottle for enthusiasts who wish to know the noble and traditional face of this ancient Piedmontese grape, often trivialized by interpretations that do not always highlight its excellent qualities. In the glass, it presents a ruby red color with bright violet reflections. On the nose, it expresses a bouquet characterized by intense and rich aromas of ripe cherry, red berry fruits, slight spicy hints, and delicate nuances of aromatic herbs. Elegant and smooth, on the palate it is of medium structure, with a sip dominated byby a dense and expressive fruit, supported by a tight tannic texture that is well integrated into the body of the wine. Harmonious and enveloping, it finishes with a balanced freshness and a slightly almondy finish, typical of the variety.