# Dolcetto d'Alba (Cantina Stroppiana)

> Red, Dolcetto d'Alba DOC by [Cantina Stroppiana](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/cantina-stroppiana.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/cantina-stroppiana-dolcetto-d-alba).

- **Producer:** Cantina Stroppiana
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Dolcetto d'Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Dolcetto 100%
- **Production area:** Bussia di Monforte d'Alba; elevation 400 metres
- **Soil:** Limestone with sandstone
- **Exposure:** East-west
- **Harvest:** Mid-September
- **Vineyard planting:** Planted 1980 and 1990
- **Vinification:** After the harvest the grapes are gently crushed. The must ferments on its pomace for about ten days at a controlled temperature that never exceeds 30°C, with at least four to six pumpovers daily. After fermentation the wine is transferred to steel tanks and the lees are discarded by frequent racking; malolactic fermentation also takes place there.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

Dolcetto d'Alba from vines at Bussia in Monforte d'Alba, made in steel. About 7,500 bottles a year, 13.5-14% alcohol.

## Tasting notes

Typical intense ruby-red with violet highlights. The nose is crisp, fragrant and fruity with cherry, strawberry and raspberry. On the palate it is full-bodied, dry and harmonious, with balanced acidity and tannins.