2022 Fontanabianca Dolcetto d'Alba

Vendor:The Vineking

2022 Fontanabianca Dolcetto d'Alba

£22.99

Country: Italy

Region:

Alcohol: 13.0%

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Bright ruby red with youthful purple hues. The nose is fresh and inviting, offering aromas of ripe black cherry, red plum and wild blackberry, complemented by delicate violet notes, hints of liquorice and a touch of almond.

On the palate, this is a vibrant and approachable Dolcetto, showcasing juicy dark berry fruit, supple tannins and a characteristic gentle bitterness that adds complexity and freshness. Medium-bodied and well-balanced, it combines generous fruit purity with lifted acidity, leading to a smooth, rounded finish with lingering notes of cherry and spice.

Food Pairing

  • Traditional Piedmontese salumi
  • Pasta with tomato and herb sauces
  • Mushroom risotto
  • Wood-fired pizza
  • Roast pork or grilled sausages
  • Semi-mature cheese

Fontanabianca is a family-owned estate located in the village of Neive, one of the most prestigious communes within the Barbaresco appellation in Piedmont. The winery was founded in 1969 by Franco Pola and remains under family ownership today, with the next generations continuing the estate's commitment to expressing the unique terroir of Neive. 

The estate comprises approximately 14-15 hectares of vineyards, situated on prime south and south-west facing slopes. Nebbiolo is the dominant variety, alongside smaller plantings of Barbera, Dolcetto and Arneis. The vineyards benefit from the calcareous clay soils and rolling hills that have made Barbaresco one of Italy's most celebrated wine regions. 

Fontanabianca's philosophy is rooted in producing wines that faithfully reflect their origin. The winery combines traditional Piedmontese winemaking with modern techniques, employing stainless steel fermentation and carefully balanced oak ageing to preserve fruit purity, elegance and site expression. The estate states that quality wine should always mirror the character of its local territory.

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