# Madonna del Dono (Marchesi di Barolo)

> Red, Dolcetto d'Alba DOC by [Marchesi di Barolo](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/marchesi-di-barolo.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/marchesi-di-barolo-madonna-del-dono).

- **Producer:** Marchesi di Barolo
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Dolcetto d'Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Dolcetto 100%
- **Vineyard planting:** Guyot pruning system
- **Vinification:** Hand-picked; fermentation at 24-26°C followed by 4-5 days of skin maceration. About 6 months of ageing in stainless steel or concrete to preserve the fruity aroma.
- **Serving temperature:** 16°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-04



## Summary

Dolcetto d'Alba DOC from the Le Selezioni range of Marchesi di Barolo, made from Dolcetto 100%. 13% vol..

## Tasting notes

The peculiar soil composition and the temperature-controlled fermentation enhance the characteristics of typicity of the Dolcetto d'Alba grape variety, that by nature makes a ruby red wine with deep purple nuances. The aroma is fresh, fragrant and fruity, immediately reminiscent of marasca cherry. The taste is dry and pleasantly harmonious, thanks to low acidity. The Dolcetto d'Alba Madonna del Dono expresses its best qualities in its first years.

## Food pairings

It is a classic wine to accompany a meal from start to end. Thanks to its freshness, together with a good body and fragrant harmony, it goes well with starters, delicate first courses and tasty dishes.