Dolcetto d'Alba Bricco dell'Oriolo

This has the deepest nose I’ve ever noted from a Dolcetto. Luxardo cherry dominates the aroma, with notes of soft fall spice adding depth. Part of the secret here is vineyard location at about 600 meters of elevation, with the vines planted at the top of the hill facing south — a spot that would typically be reserved for Nebbiolo. It is dry, with bright acidity and moderate skin tannin, making it very long, fresh and inviting. A big score for Dolcetto, fully on merit. 93 Rich Cook

Deep and complex on the nose, strong, austere and rich in character which confounds the reader with a sensory quality of rare workmanship. The notes of lavender, hyacinth, grape must, pressed blueberries, lemon blossom and grapefruit peel. Full bodied, soft and enveloping on the palate showing elegance, a solid structure and a finale of remarkable beauty, well balanced in the contrast between horizontal and vertical. Grown at 600 metres a.s.l. from plants which are over 50 years old at full southerly exposure. Drink now or hold.