- 100% Dolcetto from calcareous soils in La Morra
- Fermentation and maceration in stainless steel over 5-6 days
- Ages 3 weeks in used barriques, followed by 10 months in steel before release
- 1500-1650 cases produced annually
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2023
Country:
Italy
Region:
Piedmont
Appellation:
Dolcetto d'Alba
Variety:
Dolcetto
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | IT-ALT-01-23 | 12/750ml |
Press & Reviews
Vinous
Score
90
Date
2025-01-07
"The 2023 Dolcetto d'Alba is a super-classic wine from Altare. Punchy red cherry/plum fruit, new leather, licorice and dark spice are front and center. This juicy, flavorful Dolcetto delivers the goods, big time."
Wine Spectator
Score
90
Date
2025-04-30
"Bright cherry aromas and flavors highlight this silky, graceful red. Hints of violet and earth shine through as this fades nicely on the ground black pepper–tinged finish. Drink now through 2027. 1,500 cases made, 500 cases imported."
REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES
2022
Vinous
Score
90
Date
2024-01-04
"The 2022 Barbera d'Alba is another fine entry-level offering to drink young, while the fruit remains vibrant. Dark cherry, plum, spice and new leather are nicely pushed forward in this mid-weight, slender Barbera."
2022
Wine Spectator
Score
90
Date
2024-04-30
"Packed with succulent cherry, boysenberry and hints of licorice and black pepper, this red is harmonious and expressive. Echoes the fruit and spice elements on the finish. Drink now. 800 cases made, 240 cases imported."
2021
Vinous
Score
90
Date
2022-12-05
"The 2021 Dolcetto d'Alba is all class. Juicy dark plums, cloves, licorice and lavender are front and center. This succulent, racy Dolcetto is an absolute delight. I especially like the energy here. Altare's Dolcetto is once again a real highlight in 2021."
2021
Wine Spectator
Score
90
Date
2023-02-27
"A charming, supple red, with enticing aromas and flavors of cherry, raspberry and violet. Expressive and on the elegant side, with a lingering aftertaste of berries. Drink now through 2026. 1,500 cases made, 75 cases imported."