Azelia Dolcetto is from vineyards in the eastern side of Barolo in the commune of Montelupo Albese.  This is a vibrant and cherry fruit filled Dolcetto with wonderful structure and loaded with delicious qualitites.  Vineyards are 33 years, are planted in soils of Calcarous clay and sand and face due south.  Aged only in stainless steel this wine is loaded with fresh aromas of red flowers, spice and cherry fruit.  Technically a single vineyard Dolcetto - Bricco dell'Oriolo.  It is famous for it's lushly fruited Dolcetto.


The Wine Advocate : 86 Dec 2010

"The 2009 Dolcetto d’Alba Bricco dell’Oriolo shows attractive freshness in its floral red fruits in a vinous style best enjoyed over the next year or two. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2012."

VINTAGE

  • 2009

VARIETAL

  • 100% Dolcetto

IMPORTER

  • Giuliana Imports

FARMING TECHNIQUE

  • Bio Dynamic / Organic

PRESS

  • The Wine Advocate : 86

AVAILABILITY

  • Colorado

WEBSITE

Azelia