Dolcetto d'Alba DOC - Cordero di Montezemolo 2019

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Dolcetto · Dolcetto d'Alba DOC · 75 cl · 2019

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Producer Cordero di Montezemolo
Name Dolcetto d'Alba DOC
Variety Dolcetto
Vintage 2019
Gradation 12.0%
Format 75 cl
Aromatic profile Red fruits, almond, slightly spicy
Vinification method Fermentation in steel at controlled temperature
Region Piedmont
Production area Alba and surroundings
Country Italy
Type Red wine
Aging Short, mainly in steel
Type of cask Old 4th and 6th passage barriques
Color Ruby red
Serving temperature 16-18°C
Recommended consumption Within 3-5 years
Pairing White meats, cold cuts, fresh cheeses
The Dolcetto d'Alba DOC by Cordero di Montezemolo represents excellence in Piedmontese wine production, blending tradition and quality in each bottle. Produced on the fertile hills surrounding Alba, this area is renowned for its unique terroir, which allows the Dolcetto grape to express its characteristics to the fullest.

The wine displays an intense ruby red color, tending towards violet with aging. On the nose, the bouquet is rich and complex: notes of cherry, plum, and a slight hint of spices and violet emerge, giving the Dolcetto its typical freshness and vivacity. On the palate, the wine is dry yet smooth, with a pleasantly harmonious balance between acids and tannins, making it extremely drinkable and enjoyable even at a young age.

This Dolcetto d'Alba DOC is excellent for accompanying everyday meals, being particularly versatile: it pairs well with light appetizers, dishes based on red or white meat, and cheeses that are not too mature. It is also ideal as an aperitif, starting the dinner with a touch of Piedmontese elegance.

Serve at a temperature of about 16-18°C to fully enjoy its qualities. Cordero di Montezemolo, a historic winery with roots that extend for centuries in Piedmontese viticulture, ensures careful winemaking that respects tradition, promising a Dolcetto d'Alba DOC that enchants both the palate and the heart.
The winery

Cordero di Montezemolo – Winery in Piedmont (Langhe, La Morra). ([corderodimontezemolo.com](https://www.corderodimontezemolo.com/en/wines/))

Discover the story and wines of Cordero di Montezemolo.

Family-owned winery based in the Annunziata hamlet (La Morra, CN), known for Barolo Monfalletto, Gattera and its Langhe Nebbiolo. ([corderodimontezemolo.com](https://www.corderodimontezemolo.com/en/wines/))
Region: Piedmont (Langhe, La Morra). ([corderodimontezemolo.com](https://www.corderodimontezemolo.com/en/wines/))
Country: Italy. ([corderodimontezemolo.com](https://www.corderodimontezemolo.com/en/wines/))
Founded: 1340
Grapes: Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto, Arneis, Chardonnay
Historic Tenuta Monfalletto, with documented historical references dating back to 1340. Iconic wines: Barolo Monfalletto, Barolo Gattera and Barolo Enrico VI. A producer offering regional wines alongside an Alta Langa Metodo Classico sparkling wine. Family-run, with Giovanni, Elena and Alberto actively involved.
Winery history
The Monfalletto estate has documented roots back to 1340 and was managed for 19 generations; the property passed to the Cordero di Montezemolo family in the 20th century and is today run by Giovanni Cordero di Montezemolo with his children Elena and Alberto. ([vinifera.it](https://www.vinifera.it/en/40_cordero-di-montezemolo?utm_source=openai))
Production philosophy
Respect for the land and care of parcels: winemaking that highlights cru sites and Nebbiolo’s freshness, parcel‑by‑parcel blending for Monfalletto, with attention to hospitality and cellar visits. ([corderodimontezemolo.com](https://www.corderodimontezemolo.com/en/wines/barolo-monfalletto/?utm_source=openai))
Terroir and vineyards
Annunziata (Monfalletto) hamlet, La Morra municipality, in the Langhe (CN). Vineyards of Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto and Arneis; estate area reported at about 28 hectares. ([cellartours.com](https://www.cellartours.com/italy/italian-wineries/cordero-di-montezemolo?utm_source=openai))
Awards and recognitions
Mentions and awards in wine guides and by wine critics — lists included in informational sources.