Layered fruit with licorice on the finish. 91 Paolo Scavino 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $20 Very suave mouthfeel—full and velvety. Here is how they showed. Because of their concentration and weight, the latter are excellent and flavorful dinner wines. The fatty juices flow into the center of the roast. 1/4 cup of olive oil 88 Villa Sparina 1997 D’Giusep Dolcetto d’Acqui $11 * Prince Sydney, 40 Hansard Street Tasted Saturday, October 22, 2016 by chatters with 154 views. Le Dolcetto Piémont AOC doit son nom à une caractéristique propre à la provenance de ses raisins : sucrés, justement, et caractérisés par une faible acidité par rapport à des cousins comme le Barbera et le Nebbiolo. 90 Vietti 1996 La Crena Barbera d’Asti $30 In general, Barberas have a chewy, leathery, earthy element that can add complexity, but also some toughness. Stir in tomato paste for about 1 minute. Add the remaining broth 1 cup at a time stirring every time until broth is absorbed and rice is creamy in texture. These wines are now about a year and a half removed from harvest, and most are showing beautifully right now. A good one for the next several years. Big welcoming aromas of black cherry, cassis and herbs. 87 Bartenura 1998 Barbera d’Asti $10 * 5 cups of chicken broth heated Barbera vines are planted here in chalky, limestone-rich clay soils, amid the rolling hills which symbolize the Piedmontese landscape. 88 Elvio Cogno 1998 Vigna del Mandorlo Dolcetto d’Alba $16 The people of Piedmont certainly love the acidity; their delicious pasta dishes and impressive range of local cheese almost seem purposely crafted to match their favorite drinking wine. A very long finish with fine but substantial tannins. Barbera is a wine with good aging potential. 88 Attilio Ghisolfi 1996 Vigna Lisi Barbera d’Alba $17 OUR PRODUCTION OF TRADITIONAL ITALIAN WINES. Over the past few years our shores have been flooded by hundreds of Barberas and Dolcettos at prices ranging from around $10 a bottle all the way up to the $50 mark and above; from fairly simple, straightforward quaffs to complex wines aged in barriques. Parmigiana Reggiano cheese, optional The best wines clearly have aging potential, with producers recommending that you drink their Barberas from good vintages about four to eight years after harvest. 89 Elio Altare 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $19 Chocolate or cocoa accents also are very common. barbera, which is harvested three or four weeks after dolcetto, has enjoyed a string of highly successful years since 1997: thorough ripening has enabled these wines to develop more sugar and flesh to buffer their bracing acids. Rich and mouthfilling, with good fruit that is buttressed, but not overshadowed, by oak. 90 Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2008 I Filari (Dolcetto di Dogliani); $38. Add mushroom, garlic, rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring constantly, until beginning to brown, about 4 minutes. 87 Salvano 1998 Dolcetto di Diano d’Alba $9 * 86 Rocche Castamagna 1997 Annunziata Barbera d’Alba $20 87 Michele Chiarlo 1996 La Court Barbera d’Asti $46 However, as … 86 Bersano 1997 Cremosina Barbera d’Asti $17 “They accompany all our family moments, anniversaries and celebrations as ever-present bottles standing on the kitchen table.” Bologna is seated at a corner table by a large window streaming sunlight at her uncle’s Trattoria i Bologna in Rocchetta Tanaro in the province of Asti. Also shows a touch of anise/licorice. Wine: Cavallotto 2008 Vigna Scot Dolcetto d’Alba (aged in stainless steel and cement) Details. 87 Michele Chiarlo 1998 Barbera d’Asti $13 * Serve with shaved parmigiana reggiano cheese, if desired. Producer: Accornero (accornerovini.it) Add to Cart. 88 Gianni Voerzio 2009 Rochettevino (Dolcetto d’Alba); $25. It matures later and is bigger in flavor than Dolcetto. Classic chocolate and cherry flavors are in good balance. Finishes very long, with full tannins, cherry and mint flavors, and echoes of rose aromas. Complex and expansive aromas. But in a hot vintage such as this, the grape flaunts its inner beauty and charm. Abundantly ripe, with cherry fruit that sings. September 12, 2018 - Updated on September 7th, 2019. dol-chet-to. Chances are, you’ll be served Barbera or Dolcetto. Robust flavors of cherry, chocolate, and licorice on the palate. 87 Brezza 1998 San Lorenzo Dolcetto d’Alba $16 Layered, deep fruit, and it improves exponentially with time in the glass. Very polished taste and feel. The idea being to see some (relatively) cheap Italian reds from a reasonable vintage. Almost perfect balance, with a long ripe finish. Imported by Vias Imports 2 cups of Aborio rice Wines like the 1998 Sandrone (93 points; $25), the ’98 Castello di Neive Basarin (91; $12), the ’97 Principiano Sant’Anna and the ’98 Ceretto Rossana (both 90 points and $17) are serious reds, easily surpassing the level of quality anticipated by our tasting panel members. 91 Seghesio 1997 Vigneto della Chiesa Barbera d’Alba $30 To personify Dolcetto, it is a care-free individual with a lot of intelligence. 1 bunch of long green onions chopped We also tasted quite a few medium-weight versions that were reminiscent of Pinot Noir (some with a fair amount of Pinot-esque barnyard aromas), and some fuller, more silky wines almost similar in weight and texture (but not flavor) to Merlot. of tomato paste Dolcetto is sometimes considered the ugly duckling of the Langhe. In this review, we are focusing on the current release of the family’s Dolcetto. But the red wines regularly consumed by the Piedmontese are the wines made from their beloved Dolcetto and Barbera grapes. By using our website and/or subscribing to our newsletter, Grape type. Dish: Stinco di vitello di razza piemontese brasato al barbera (Barbera braised veal shank) Barbera resides just above Dolcetto in the Piedmontese pecking order of grapes. We asked six wine producers, each with his or her link to the food world either through a restaurant or agriturismo, to pair their wine with their favorite local dish. 88 Terredavino 1998 Barbera d’Asti $11 * Really solid, with a beautiful finish. America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants of 2019, Wine Enthusiast's 2019 Wine Star Award Winners, The Enthusiast 100: Our Top Wines of 2020, The Making of Wine Enthusiast's No.1 Wine of 2020, Sought-After Spirits That Aren't Pappy Van Winkle, California Privacy Rights Do Not Sell My Information. 89 Mauro Molino 1997 Vigna Gettere Barbera d’Alba $33 par : Oleg (15/10/2018) - Millésime 2017. 87 Salvano 1998 Dolcetto di Diano d’Alba $9 90 Francesco Boschis 1998 Vigna del Prey Dolcetto di Dogliani $19 84 Fontana 1996 Dolcetto d’Alba $19 Seuls ont droit à la DOC les vins rouges récoltés à l'intérieur de l'aire de production définie par le décret. 89 Casa Balocca 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $13 * 91 Prunotto 2007 Costamiòle (Barbera D’Asti Superiore Nizza; $50. 85 Batasiolo 1996 Sovrana Barbera d’Alba $18 91 Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 2004 Sei Vigne Insynthesis (Barbera D’Asti Superiore); $70. The results of this shift to barriques, however, seem mixed. Our Best Buys box highlights the wines with outstanding balance between price and quality, and notably, some of them are among the best wines overall, regardless of price. 88 Marziano Abbona 2008 Papà Celso (Dolcetto di Dogliani); $20. 88 Voerzio 1996 Ciabot della Luna Barbera d’Asti $27 90 Vietti 1998 Lazzarito Dolcetto d’Alba $19 Her late father, Giacomo Bologna of the Braida estate, is credited with inventing modern Barbera when he became one of the first to age the wine in oak barrique in 1982. 88 Giuseppe Cortese 1998 Trifolera Dolcetto d’Alba $15 Dredge veal shanks in flour with salt and pepper. 87 La Sera 1997 Barbera del Monferrato $12 Therefore, producers in appellations that are focused on Nebbiolo and Barbera, tend to plant Dolcetto in those vineyards that are less favourable, reserving the best vineyard to other grapes. 87 Ca’ Bianca 1998 Barbera d’Asti $11 Freshly ground black pepper. Very good creamy mouthfeel. 88 G.D. Vajra 1997 Barbera d’Alba $17 85 Bruno Rocca 1997 Barbera d’Alba $32 Salvatore 60 Vigne Vecchie Barbera - Dolcetto 60 Vigne Vecchie Barbera - Dolcetto There were also many wines of each varietal scoring in the high 80s, indicating a high level of overall quality. 89 Pecchenino 1996 Bricco Botti Dolcetto di $27 Deep black-cherry aromas and flavors, with a classic cocoa note. 83 Campo Verde 1997 Dolcetto d’Alba $12 Photo: Robin Vaughn 89 Castello di Neive Messoirano Dolcetto D’Alba $12 The upfront nature of Dolcetto and its vinous aromas make it the perfect companion.” —Sandro Barosi, organic farmer and winemaker, Producer: Bondi (bondivini.it), La Locanda dell’Olmo 87 Gigi Rosso 1997 Rocca Giovino Barbera d’Alba $12 In front of her are a bottle of Barbera Bricco dell’Uccellone, the wine that made her father famous, and a plate of agnolotti (square-shaped pasta filled with rabbit, veal and pork) that keeps uncle Beppe famous. Barbera – Dolcetto – Nebbiolo blends together the three most important red … 90 Elio Altare 1996 Larigi (Langhe) $70 92 Coppo 1996 Pomorosso Barbera d’Alba $35 3 garlic cloves, minced Abroad, it is found in Australia, California and Argentina, where it traveled with Italian immigrants. By using our website and/or subscribing to our newsletter, 88 Marchese di Gresy 1998 Monte Arribaldo Dolcetto d’Alba $15 89 Bersano 1997 Costalunga Barbera d’Asti $12 A great take on Barbera, with some age already helping it out. 85 Monti 1997 Barbera d’Alba $35 Paolo Scavino Barbera D'Alba 2017 Sale! Hefty oak throughout is manifested in the form of coffee and toast. In Piedmont, Dolcetto’s home, the name means “little sweet one.” Funny enough, wines are generally tart with loads black fruit flavors and occasionally aggressive tannins. It’s a classic fall dish with porcini mushrooms and pork sausage. Complex flavors of tobacco and bramble bush intermixed with more basic cherry, chocolate and mint. Imported by Dalla Terra Winery Direct Handsome nose of dark cherry fruit, chocolate and toast. Remove shanks from pot and set aside. Wine: Braida 2007 Bricco dell’Uccellone Barbera d’Asti (aged 15 months in oak casks) But let’s resist the seductive charms of an Italian trattoria for now. 83 Aldo Conterno 1998 Bussia Soprana Dolcetto d’Alba $22 The region’s Barolos and Barbarescos rank among the world’s great reds, cherished by connoisseurs and serious collectors everywhere. Well balanced, with a long, dry, spicy finish full of dusty tannins—similar to cocoa powder. If you are looking for a pairing partner to a steaming pizza pie with mozzarella and basil, or a home cooked plate of pasta, look no further than Dolcetto. 88 Bava 1998 Controvento Dolcetto d’Asti $13 * 89 Casa Balocca 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $13 85 Marchese Alfieri 1996 Alfiera Barbera d’Asti Superiore $28 Reduce heat to medium and cook onion, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes. 91 Fontanafredda 2007 Papagena (Barbera d’Alba Superiore); $NA. 60% of that total is devoted to Barolo while the remainder is split between Dolcetto, Barbera and other grapes. Imported by BelVino. Makes 4 servings, 4 veal shanks around 3 inches thick from 2399 2499 / per. 1 cup of flour Barbera d'Alba is a key DOC of Piedmont, north-western Italy, famed for its tangy, cherry-like red wines. 84 Giribaldi 1997 Barbera d’Alba $10 8 As per the title, these are made from Barbera grapes grown around the town of Alba. 87 Renato Ratti 2009 Colombè (Dolcetto d’Alba); $15. 88 Coppo 1997 Camp du Rouss Barbera d’Asti $18 89 La Nunsio 1997 Barbera d’Asti $22 5 ounces baby arugula (about 8 cups) from 2399 2599 / per. 89 La Sera 1997 Il Cielo Barbera d’Alba $17 87 Cantina della Porta Rossa 1997 Vigna Bruni $20 Dolcetto d’Alba Elegant and supple. 90 Cantine Gemma 1998 Madonna della Neve $13 Dolcetto d’Alba 89 Rocche Castamagna 1996 Rocche delle $27 Rocche Barbera d’Alba 85 Giribaldi 1997 Dolcetto d’Alba $14 We've received your email address, and soon you will start getting exclusive offers and news from Wine Enthusiast. Primary Flavors. 87 Bartenura 1998 Barbera d’Asti $10 As opposed to Barbera, it is marked by low acidity. Nice mouthfeel, good balance and a weighty, jammy finish. Barbera producers have also changed their barrel aging techniques. Dense as crude oil; the color is opaque purple. We drank them in pairings: Dolcetto vs. Dolcetto, Barbera vs. Barbera, and Barolo vs. Barolo. 2 Tbls butter Add garlic ad thyme for about another 2 minutes. 85 Bava 1995 Stradivario Barbera d’Asti Superiore $38 This is a big Barbera that spares nothing on the oak. The flavors carry over onto the long finish, which has some tannins to shed. 92 Cantina Iuli 2006 Barabba (Barbera del Minferrato Superiore); $59. The finish offers vibrancy, depth and freshness. Chocolaty, with a touch of charcoal and pie cherries in the nose. The same is true of olive oil-based Mediterranean cuisine and recipes that rely on mayonnaise or one on the so-called “mother sauces” such as béchamel, hollandaise or velouté. This is big, full and very well made. (Dolcetto ripens early relative to Barbera, but Nebbiolo typically needs a further two weeks on the vine after Barbera is picked.) These wines are also available in a superiore version released later. 4 clove of crushed garlic Tight and powerful nose of funky barnyard, oak char and earth. 91 Tenute Cisa Asinari Dei Marchesi di Gresi 2006 Monte Colombo (Barbera D’Asti); $43. “The fresh fruit aromas of Dolcetto aged in stainless steel work with the natural fragrances of the salami. As a red, Dolcetto should be served at 60 to 65 degrees fahrenheit. “This is a traditional dish found in the lower parts of Piedmont that uses decorated wooden forms to shape the pasta. Elegant and soft, if slightly raisiny, in the finish. 1 stalks of celery chopped you agree to our use of cookies and the terms of our. 87 Villadoria 1997 Barbera d’Alba Superiore $10 85 Villa Sparina 1996 Rivalta Barbera del Monferrato $40 Displays medium acidity and a full mouthfeel. Cocoa and herb notes provide interesting accents. 88 Poderi Colla 1997 Barbera d’Alba $18 Serve with risotto recipe below. Details. 90 F. Principiano 1997 Sant’Anna Dolcetto d’Alba $17 Turn burner down and add veal shanks back into the pot and cover. 87 Elio Grasso 1996 Vigna Martina Barbera d’Alba $21 Whilst lower in acid that Piedmont’s two other key grape varieties, Nebbiolo and Barbera, Dolcetto still maintains more than enough to stand up to Italian food: this is the perfect pizza wine! Traditionally, Barbera was brought in between the early-maturing Dolcetto and the late-ripening Nebbiolo (from which the esteemed Barolo and Barbaresco are made). Il s’agit d’un des rouges les plus bus au Piémont, agréablement sec, satisfaisant et sans excès. In the best cases, the Barbera-barrique marriage can be splendid. Nice label and good wine! Affordable Piedmont – Dolcetto, Barbera and Langhe Nebbiolo It’s easy to get discouraged these days as prices for the most desired Barolos and Barbarescos continue to spiral upward. Imported by Vinifera Imports 86 Batasiolo 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $11 * Saute carrots, onions and celery for about 5 minutes. 90 Cordero di Montezemolo 1998 Barbera d’Alba $25 84 Prunotto 1997 Dolcetto d’Alba $15 1 Tbls of grated lemon zest, For the Risotto: America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants of 2019, Wine Enthusiast's 2019 Wine Star Award Winners, The Enthusiast 100: Our Top Wines of 2020, The Making of Wine Enthusiast's No.1 Wine of 2020, Sought-After Spirits That Aren't Pappy Van Winkle, California Privacy Rights Do Not Sell My Information. It is thick and generous in the mouth and that natural heft is pushed along the palate by the polished tannins. 89 Contratto 1995 Solus Ad Barbera d’Alba $24 We may earn a commission for purchases made through our links. Twenty-five wines, or approximately 20 percent of the field, scored 90 points or higher (15 Barberas and 10 Dolcettos). Top notch. 86 Contratto 1997 Panta Rei Barbera d’Asti $15 Definitely an earthy, tight wine, with precise but still plump cherry fruit touched off with the requisite chocolate. Add rice and stir. 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes in juice Moderate acidity and tannins, but nothing harsh. Le Dolcetto d'Alba est un vin italien de la région Piémont doté d'une appellation DOC depuis le 16 juillet 1974. The dense nose offers black cherries, violets, roses, coffee, prunes and spice. Dolcetto has traditionally been downgraded by wine enthusiasts, critics, writers and opinion makers as a lesser wine than its companions Barbera and Nebbiolo but I think it’s time they took a break from serious Barolo and Barbaresco sniffing and enjoyed a glass of Australian or Italian Dolcetto, reset their thinking and become an advocate for the variety. 91 Rivetto 2007 Lirano Soprano (Barbera D’Alba); $50. Grilled or roasted chicken, salmon, meatloaf or cheesy pasta are great di… Rich and open from the start through the end. Barbera / Dolcetto. Dolcetto works very well with exotic appetizers such as herb and vegetable-stuffed spring rolls, Indian samosas with potato and sweet peas, curry or Tandoori dishes, or Caribbean curried pork with banana and coconut. You can think of low-acidity, tannic dolcetto as the opposite of another popular Italian red grape: high-acidity, low-tannin barbera. Most Dolcetto is found in the Piedmont region of northwest Italy, where many of the top estates produce Dolcetto on less favored sites as an "early to market wine" to generate some income for the winery while the Nebbiolo and Barbera are being matured. I love Dolcetto, especially the versions from Alba and Dogliani and although I purchase it often, it has been almost 6 years since I checked in with Borgogno’s version. The grape's blue-black skins produce a deep ruby color and tannic flavor even after a brief period of skin contact, so most winemakers opt for a short maceration period to soften the tannins. Introduction . 88 Castelvero 1998 Barbera di Piemonte $8 86 Attilio Ghisolfi 1997 Dolcetto d’Alba $13 86 Marcarini 1998 Ciabot Camerano Barbera d’Asti $15 84 Bava 1996 Vigneti Piano Alto Barbera d’Asti Superiore $38 Without doubt, the grape is decidedly higher in acidity than the friendlier Dolcetto. 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Imported by Dalla Terra Winery Direct “Barbera is our everyday food wine thanks to the high acidity that cleans the palate,” says Michele Chiarlo, whose Barbera Le Orme is a market leader in the United States “Dolcetto has sweet fruit and more tannins that refresh the mouth.”. 88 Villa Sparina 1997 D’Giusep Dolcetto d’Acqui $11 Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Black cherries, rhubarb and a rosy quality to the nose. Very extracted purple-black color. Dish: Tortelli di gallina in consommé (chicken tortelli in broth) Harmonious aromatics of cherry, chocolate and herbs flow beautifully onto the palate. 1/2 cup of freshly grated parmesan cheese Add arugula to sauce and stir until wilted. Imported by Small Vineyards LLC 87 Batasiolo 1997 Barbera d’Alba $11 If Barbera has one particular problem, it would be its natural high acidity. By continuing to use our Services and/or submitting the above information, you agree to our use of cookies and the terms of our 86 G.D. Vajra 1997 Dolcetto d’Alba $13 * 88 Tre Donna 2007 Donna Rossa (Barbera D’Alba); $16. The principal growing areas are Barbera d’Asti, Barbera d’Asti from the Nizza subzone, Barbera del Monferrato where the grape is believed to have originated, and Barbera d’Alba. Dolcetto vs. Dolcetto. Harvest for Barbera usually takes place in late September-early October, usually two weeks after Dolcetto has been picked. you agree to our use of cookies and the terms of our. However, as a rule these days, producers are seeking longer hang times, and when the vintage permits, they may even allow their Barbera to remain on the vine longer than the Nebbiolo. 90 Bricco Maiolica 2008 Sori Bricco Maiolica Superiore (Dolcetto di Diano Alba; $25. Cracked black pepper nose, with expansive cherry and earth notes on the palate. 93 Cascina Chicco 1997 Bric Loira Barbera d’Alba $26 86 Anselma 1996 Barbera d’Alba $15 1 tsp fresh ground black pepper Classic Dolcetto at an excellent price. Based on our tasting, we can recommend names like Castello di Neive, Cordero di Montezemolo, Attilio Ghisolfi, Elio Altare, and Vietti, all of which placed more than one wine in the upper echelons of one category or the other, or both. This ranks as the most expensive Barbera we know of, and while it’s very good, you can’t help but question the price. A couple of brackets of Dolcetto and Barbera based wines. 87 Vicara 1996 Barbera del Monferrato Superiore $15 Dolcetto happily grows well almost anywhere and is an early-ripening grape, making it a reliable choice for winegrowers. 87 Renato Ratti 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $14 Barbera is slightly less finicky, but still needs reasonable warmth and light. It comes from many locations, and the most popular include Dolcetto di Dogliani, Dolcetto d’Acqui, Dolcetto d’Alba, Dolcetto d’Asti and Dolcetto di Diano d’Alba in Piedmont. It is marked by high, sometimes sharp, acidity, lower tannins and abundant fresh berry and black fruit aromas. It gives them a quick to market wine to sustain them until the other grapes are ready. For some it will be a toasty treat, while others may get scared away by the charred, bitter taste of the wood. 89 Pecchenino 2007 Siri D’Jermu (Dolcetto di Dogliani); $28. Full in the mouth, the acidity keeps it driving forward but also holds it together. Place on a plate and spoon sauce over veal. Dolcetto should display a lively sweet-tart quality. Add chicken and tomatoes (with juice), then simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce is just thickened, about 10 minutes. Piedmont is most well-known for Nebbiolo and Barbera, but Dolcetto is still a very important grape to this region and is the tenth most grown red grape variety in Italy. 86 Dessilani 1997 Reserve Selection Barbera di Piemonte $16 By Philip J. Speciale, Great Chicago Italian Recipes (great-chicago-italian-recipes.com) Cooking styles such as roasting, poaching and deep frying also result in dishes that can be paired with a high-acid wine like Barbera. An easy-drinker with modest acidity and soft fruity flavors, Dolcetto is often enjoyed alongside Barbera in its native Piedmontwhile more serious Barolos and Barbarescos take their time to age. 91 Vietti 1998 Tre Vigne Barbera d’Alba $18 Spring frosts can be a hazard. Dolcetto. It is also an earlier ripening grape than Barbera and has a decidedly fruit-forward profile.The flavors of Dolcetto are very much in the cherry range, with both sweet and tart expressions of fruit. 88 Renatto Ratti 1997 Torriglione Barbera d’Alba $14 90 Piero Busso 1996 Vigna Majano Barbera d’Alba $20 Rich and ripe flavors of cherry and licorice, with a pleasing, full mouthfeel. Lots of oak, but it is wedded to the fruit handsomely. 89 Cappellano 1996 Barbera d’Alba $17 Concentrated black fruit on the nose with peppery and earthy accents that follow through on the palate. 87 Villadoria 1997 Barbera d’Alba Superiore $10 * Medium-full Body. Production area of Dolcetto d’Alba D.O.C. A stand-up Barbera with tart black-cherry fruit, coffee, and more chocolate flavor. 3 Bertelli 1995 Montetusa Barbera d’Alba $13 Add vinegar and cook until evaporated. We also add rolled balls of raw veal that cook instantly in the hot broth. 91 Attilio Ghisolfi 1997 Barbera d’Alba $14 86 G.D. Vajra 1997 Dolcetto d’Alba $13. The wine tends to be very purple in color; at its most extracted, a Dolcetto may display a handsome purple-black hue. Stir in drained pasta. What do the Piemontesi suggest you pair with Barbera and Dolcetto? 1 1/4 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary Its food friendliness comes from its natural fruitiness and drying tannins. We've received your email address, and soon you will start getting exclusive offers and news from Wine Enthusiast. 86 Attilio Ghisolfi 1997 Dolcetto d’Alba $13 * Simmer for about 2 hours. The aromatic qualities of these foods are accented by the fruitiness of the grape. 83 Cairel 1998 Vigneto del Mandorlo Dolcetto d’Alba $15 87 Ca’ Bianca 1998 Barbera d’Asti $11 * Dolcetto d’Alba Rich and solid black-cherry fruit greets you and it persists through the palate and finish. 88 Renato Ratti 1997 Torriglione Barbera d’Alba $14 * Dolcetto is not easy to grow. 80 Bruno Giacosa 1997 Dolcetto d’Alba $19. Because favorable weather is far from guaranteed in Piedmont, the individual producer is your best assurance of quality. 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, chopped fine Anchovies are marinated in water and vinegar and the green sauce is made with parsley, capers and bread. Imported by Indie Wineries Division 1 tsp salt “Barbera is made to express all of its fruit aromas and it is an easy-drinking wine that works with the fatty component in foods, such as the eggs used in the pasta, or the butter and the sausage in the ragù.” —Giulio Accornero, Producer: Cavallotto (cavallotto.com) Generally the vines are not so young exactly because no one starts to grow Dolcetto … 89 Pio Cesare 1996 Fides Barbera d’Alba $38 Also the vineyards of family Porro stand in this area – “Lazairasco”, “Santa Caterina” and “‘l Pari” – in the “cru Lazzarito”, an eviable position. Imported by Winebow Dolcetto is the easier, more fruit-forward wine with less aging potential; it is usually consumed within a year or two of release. Thank You! In a large pot fry the veal until brown on all sides. Good medium-heavy wine. Privacy Policy, By continuing to use our Services and/or submitting the above information, you agree to our use of cookies and the terms of ourPrivacy Policy, Welcome to winemag.com! The most basic are light, fruity Beaujolais-style renderings—good quaffing wines that can even stand up to a light chill during the summer. Cocoa and chocolate notes appear again, too, making one wonder if perhaps some of the similarities between Barbera and Dolcetto are due to the terroir of Piedmont. 90 Azelia 1998 Bricco dell’Oriolo Dolcetto d’Alba $15 83 Cascina Ballarin 1996 Giuli Barbera d’Alba $16, 91 Castello di Neive 1998 Basarin Dolcetto d’Alba $12 Renato Ratti Barbera D' Asti 2018 Sale! If one thing is for certain, it’s that Barbera is not Cabernet Sauvignon when it comes to absorbing lavish doses of oak, and with Barbera and barriques, the winemaker must employ a sensitive hand so as not to completely overwhelm the fruit. Season chicken kosher salt and black pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until just golden, about 3 minutes. from 2399 3099 / per. 86 Renato Ratti 1997 Barbera di Piemonte $14 Add to Cart. In recent times, winemakers have been experimenting with harvesting Barbera later at higher sugar levels to produce heavier, more fruit forward wines. For example, a beautiful oak-fruit balance exists in wines such as the ’97 Cascina Chicco (93; $26) and the 1997 Bersano Generala (91; $34). Breaded dishes like veal scallopini or zucchini gratin also have extra fat absorbed within their crusts. Indigenous Selections Barbera 2014 Sale! Imported by Domaine Select 89 Luigi Einaudi 1997 Vigna Tecc Dolcetto di Dogliani $20 Imported by Vintage Imports Inc. 85 Le Ginestre 1997 Pian Romualdo Barbera d’Alba $19 2 shallots chopped Maybe it could use a year of aging. 1/2 cup of red wine 90 Parusso 1998 Piani Noce Dolcetto d’Alba $15 Remove from heat and stir in butter and cheese. 88 Cordero di Montezemolo 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $17 The top Barberas especially, and even the best Dolcettos, are finely-crafted, world-class wines that no longer need to stand in the shadow of the more famous Piedmontese reds. Cherry fruit and lavish, toasty oak jump out of the glass. By using our website you agree to our use of cookies and the terms of our, Welcome to winemag.com! In January we tasted approximately 90 Barberas and 60 Dolcettos; we’ve selected the top 124 wines for inclusion in this report (old vintages and wines scoring below 80 points were omitted). Perhaps the best news surrounding the current crop of Dolcettos is the wonderful price-quality rapport of the wines. And based on the results of our comprehensive blind tasting, they deserve your consideration. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons 88 Terredavino 1998 Barbera d’Asti $11 Imported by Ionia Atlantic 1 small onion, chopped 85 Marcarini 1998 Fontanazza Dolcetto d’Alba $14 93 Sandrone 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $25 Dolcetto grapes produce red wines that are low-acidity, juicy, and earthy. 90 Giacomo Conterno 1998 Cascina Francia Barbera d’Alba $24 87 Castelvero 1996 Barbera d’Asti $12 Favorable weather is far from guaranteed in Piedmont, north-western Italy, that amounts to more one-third., or approximately 20 percent of the reasons why a lot of are. 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