Ep 411: The Grape Miniseries -- Dolcetto

This week we explore the "other, other" red grape of the Piedmont (after Nebbiolo and Barbera) -- Dolcetto. This grape can be a challenge in the vineyard and in the cellar, but it is capable of producing some of the most satisfying, tasty, and unique wines you can have. Photo: Dolcetto, Consorzio Barolo Barbaresco Alba Langhe e Dogliani Dark fruit, spice, herbs, flowers, and almond are common in this medium bodied, slightly tannic wine that is a dream with everything from pizza to burgers to mushroom-based dishes. The ability to drink it now, without havng to lay it down is another enormous feather in the cap of this hidden stunner!   Once you try the different styles of Dolcetto, and learn more about the regions that produce it, I have no doubt that you'll be incorporating this lovely and totally underappreciated red into your wine rotation!   Show notes are forthcoming with the region names we referenced. ________________________________________________________________ Thanks to our sponsors this week: Our new sponsor: Wine Spies! Wine Spies uncovers incredible wines at unreal prices - on Zinfandel, Barolo, Champagne...you name it - up to 75% off! It’s not a club and there’s no obligation to buy. They have a build-a-case option, so you can mix and match wines while enjoying free shipping on every purchase. Visit www.winespies.com/normal you’ll get $10 credit to use on your first order! Check them out today!   If you think our podcast is worth the price of a bottle or two of wine a year, please become a member of Patreon... you'll get even more great content, live interactions and classes!  www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople   To register for an AWESOME, LIVE WFNP class with Elizabeth go to: www.winefornormalpeople.com/classes