# Dolcetto d'Alba (Beppe Marino)

> Red, Dolcetto d'Alba DOC by [Beppe Marino](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/beppe-marino.md), Langhe, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/beppe-marino-dolcetto-d-alba).

- **Producer:** Beppe Marino
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Dolcetto d'Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Dolcetto 100%
- **Production area:** Piemonte, Langhe, commune of Santo Stefano Belbo
- **Vinification:** Classic red vinification: crushed and destemmed grapes ferment in temperature-controlled fermenters (28-30 C) for about 7-10 days depending on the vintage, with regular pumping over. After fermentation the lees are removed and the wine ages about 3 months in steel tanks before bottling.
- **Serving temperature:** 18 C
- **Storage:** Store the bottle upright
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

A Dolcetto d'Alba from Santo Stefano Belbo; the producer notes it is not sweet despite the name. Steel-aged, 12.5% alcohol, 5.08 g/l total acidity.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red. Fruity nose in evolution with evident almond notes. Harmonious, concentrated palate with ripe fruit memories and a slight vein of soft tannins.

## Food pairings

An all-meal wine for any occasion: cured meats, starters, first courses such as risotto, agnolotti and tagliatelle al ragu, as well as meats and cheeses.