Ascheri Dolcetto Vigna Nirane 2010

This is the first 2010 Dolcetto I've tasted so I don't know if the atypical character of the wine is an expression of the vintage or an anomaly from Mateo Ascheri. The Ascheri wines are always fundamental Piedmontese wines, rich and intense. This Dolcetto is an amalgam of modernity and tradition. The forward flavours have a modern silken fruit but the finish is rustic tart; very attractive. The atypical character is in the nose which is soft and seductive; strangely like Gamay or Zweigelt. Note by LAC. 11/07/2011

Food Pairings

Well paired with on-the-spit, grilled red meats. Excellent with lean Italian hors d’oeuvres – For the whole meal.