# Trifulot (Teo Costa)

> Red, Langhe DOC Dolcetto by [Teo Costa](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/teo-costa.md), Roero, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/teo-costa-langhe-dolcetto-trifulot-2024).

- **Producer:** Teo Costa
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Langhe DOC Dolcetto
- **Grape:** Dolcetto 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** Trifulot
- **Production area:** Castellinaldo, Trifulot locality
- **Soil:** Mid-slope, sandy soils with alkaline pH
- **Exposure:** South
- **Vinification:** Grape selection, carbonic maceration and fermentation in steel. 4 months in steel tanks. Alcohol 12.5%, acidity 5 g/l.
- **Serving temperature:** 16-17 C
- **Storage:** At its best in the first 2 to 3 years of life
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-08



## Summary

Dolcetto meant as the 'wine to drink'; the vineyard name recalls the truffle hunters who cross it. Sold in 0.375 L and 0.75 L.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red with soft violet reflections. Winey, fruity nose with a light varietal impact. Warm, engaging, appealing palate.

## Food pairings

Young, fresh red for the whole meal