# Dolcetto d'Alba (Podere Ruggeri Corsini)

> Red, Dolcetto d'Alba DOC by [Podere Ruggeri Corsini](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/podere-ruggeri-corsini.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/podere-ruggeri-corsini-dolcetto-d-alba).

- **Producer:** Podere Ruggeri Corsini
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Dolcetto d'Alba DOC
- **Grape:** Dolcetto 100%
- **Production area:** Monforte d'Alba (CN)
- **Soil:** Sandy loam (Elveziano)
- **Exposure:** East, 430 to 480 m
- **Vineyard planting:** 0.9 hectares, Guyot VSP, 5000 to 6500 plants/ha, vines 19 to 48 years old
- **Vinification:** Manual harvest in crates, destemmed, three pump-overs a day in the first week, six days of maceration. After racking and malolactic fermentation it rests nine months in stainless steel (five months per the website).
- **Serving temperature:** 16 to 18 °C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-30


## Summary

Fragrant, fresh Dolcetto d'Alba from vines between 19 and 48 years old, kept in stainless steel.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red with violet hues, fresh and very fruity. Totally dry, rich and harmonious, with a lingering tangy almond note, over-ripe cherry, blackberry and floral or chocolate tones.

## Food pairings

Risotto and pasta with meat, liver or mushroom sauces, stewed and grilled meats or vegetables