Dolcetto
Dolcetto is the uncomplicated charmer among Piedmont's red wines – and a true insider tip for anyone seeking Italian joie de vivre in a glass . Its name means "the little sweet one," but don't be fooled: it's almost always produced dry , the name deriving from the sweet taste of the ripe grapes on the vine. In the glass, it displays an intense purple color, aromas of juicy cherries and blackberries, often with a hint of violets – and the finish offers a delicate almond or licorice note .
Its home is Piedmont in northwestern Italy, where it thrives in vineyards like Alba and Dogliani, accompanying the everyday lives of the locals – uncomplicated, approachable, and full of character. At Vinoscout, you'll find five carefully selected Dolcetto wines between €13.90 and €24.00: a fine selection to discover this underrated variety at your leisure.
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Dolcetto – the uncomplicated red from Piedmont
Dolcetto is one of Italy's most charming everyday wines. Despite its name – "the sweet one" – it is vinified dry, but is naturally soft and round in the mouth. What distinguishes it: a lively fruit, a pleasantly velvety texture, and a characteristic, slightly bitter finish that is typical of the variety and makes the wine so unmistakable.
Origin and character
Dolcetto is firmly rooted in Piedmont, where it is primarily grown in the locations around Alba and Asti. While Barolo and Barbaresco dominate the big stages of Piedmont, Dolcetto is the wine that the winemakers there like to drink with food themselves – uncomplicated, direct, and honest. It goes excellently with hearty cuisine, pasta, antipasti, or a good piece of cheese.
Dolcetto at Vinoscout
In our assortment, you will find five carefully selected wines around the Dolcetto grape – including bottles from renowned Piedmontese producers like Cordero di Montezemolo, Elio Grasso, and G.D. Vajra. Prices are between 13.90 and 24.00 EUR, so there is something for every occasion – from a relaxed after-work wine to a slightly more upscale bottle for special moments. If you want to discover Piedmontese wine culture beyond the big names, this is the right place for you.