# Dolcetto (Gozzelino)

> Red, Monferrato DOC Dolcetto by [Gozzelino](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/gozzelino.md), Asti, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/gozzelino-dolcetto).

- **Producer:** Gozzelino
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Monferrato DOC Dolcetto
- **Grape:** Dolcetto 100%
- **Production area:** Costigliole d'Asti
- **Soil:** Sandy, clay and limestone
- **Harvest:** Early selective harvest
- **Vineyard planting:** Traditional Piedmontese Guyot training; yield 90 q/ha; average vine age 10-25 years
- **Vinification:** Soft pressing, then pressing with a nitrogen press. Maceration of the usual 6-7 days at 25 C. Ageing in stainless steel for 4 months, then at least 1 month in bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 18-20 C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-30



## Summary

A 100% Dolcetto from Costigliole d'Asti. Alcohol 13% vol.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red with violet reflections and an intense red-fruit nose with evident cherry. Soft, harmonious and velvety, with the typical bitterish aftertaste and mainly fruity notes.

## Food pairings

Simple dishes such as cured meats and cheeses; also suited to a whole meal.