# Dolcetto d'Alba (Casa E. di Mirafiore)

> Red, Dolcetto d'Alba DOC by [Casa E. di Mirafiore](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/casa-e-di-mirafiore.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/casa-e-di-mirafiore-dolcetto-d-alba).

- **Producer:** Casa E. di Mirafiore
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Dolcetto d'Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Dolcetto 100%
- **Production area:** Village of Serralunga d'Alba
- **Soil:** Rich in clay and calcareous marl
- **Exposure:** South-east and south-west
- **Vineyard planting:** High and mid-hillside, 300-350m a.s.l.
- **Vinification:** Traditional fermentation lasting 8-10 days in stainless steel vats at a controlled 25 C, with malolactic fermentation in concrete tanks completing before the end of November.
- **Serving temperature:** 16 C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

Ages in big and medium oak barrels (20-140 hl) for two months before bottling, then a further six months in bottle before release.

## Tasting notes

Deep ruby red with violet highlights. Fine, fruity bouquet of violet, blueberry, black cherry and rosemary. Agreeably dry with an almondy aftertaste and soft tannins.

## Food pairings

Hot starters, pasta dishes, simply prepared meats, fresh and medium-aged cheeses.