# Langhe Dolcetto (Tonino Marchisio)

> Red, Langhe DOC Dolcetto by [Tonino Marchisio](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/marchisio-tonino.md), Roero, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/tonino-marchisio-langhe-dolcetto).

- **Producer:** Tonino Marchisio
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Langhe DOC Dolcetto
- **Grape:** Dolcetto
- **Production area:** Il Ciliegio vineyard, Castellinaldo d'Alba (CN)
- **Vinification:** 5-6 days of maceration on the skins in steel at a controlled 28 °C; 6 months in stainless steel and 3 months in bottle. 13% vol.
- **Last updated:** 2026-10-05



## Summary

Dolcetto from the Il Ciliegio vineyard, made and aged in steel only. The producer gives it a lifespan of 2-3 years.

## Tasting notes

Intense ruby with violet reflections. Intense red fruit with notes of sweet almond. Rich, full and enveloping while keeping its underlying freshness, with exuberant but balanced tannins and an almond finish.

## Food pairings

Light starters, first courses, boiled vegetables; the classic everyday wine of the Piemontese. Also cured meats, ragù pasta, white meats and fresh cheeses.