2024 Albino Rocca Dolcetto D'Alba, Piedmont

Albino Rocca Dolcetto d’Alba is a classic Piedmont wine that shows just how charming and expressive Dolcetto can be when it is grown in the right places and treated with care. From the hills around Alba, this is a wine shaped by limestone rich soils and a cooler continental climate, giving Dolcetto freshness, balance and a savoury edge rather than rustic weight.

Albino Rocca is a respected family estate with deep roots in Piedmont, best known for its Barbaresco crus, yet the same attention to detail runs through every wine they make. Dolcetto d’Alba is not treated as an afterthought here. Vineyard selection, controlled yields and thoughtful winemaking ensure a wine that is honest, vibrant and true to its variety.

In the glass, the wine is immediately inviting. Dark cherry, plum and blackberry lead, followed by hints of violet, almond and gentle spice. There is a subtle earthy note that adds depth, while Dolcetto’s naturally soft tannins keep the palate smooth and approachable. The finish is fresh and lightly savoury, making it very easy to enjoy.

This is a wine made for the table and everyday pleasure. It shines with pasta, pizza, grilled sausages, roast chicken or simple Italian dishes where food and wine work together rather than compete. Best enjoyed young for its fruit and energy, it delivers immediate satisfaction without the need for cellaring.

Albino Rocca Dolcetto d’Alba is a reminder that some of the greatest pleasures in Piedmont come from its most traditional, food friendly wines, honest, delicious and deeply rooted in place.