COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2022
GRAPE
Dolcetto
PRODUCER
MGM S.r.l.
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - Low
Finish
Intensity
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Enzo Bartoli Dolcetto is a red wine from Piedmont, Italy, crafted from the Dolcetto grape. MGM S.r.l., founded in 1991, produces this wine as part of its diverse portfolio, emphasizing sustainable practices. The Dolcetto grape, despite its name meaning 'little sweet one,' typically yields dry wines. This particular bottling is noted for offering good value and showcasing the grape's soft tannins and approachable character, making it a distinctive expression from its native Piedmont region.
ALCOHOL
13.0%
AVG. PRICE
€11
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
14-16°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Dolcetto means 'little sweet one' but the wines are almost always dry.
Fact 02
It's one of the earliest ripening red grapes in Piedmont.
Fact 03
Often planted in cooler, higher-altitude vineyard sites.
Fact 04
Known for a distinctive bitter almond note on the finish.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Enzo Bartoli Dolcetto involves the careful handling of the Dolcetto grape, known for its early ripening. Winemaking typically includes a short maceration period to extract color and fruit while managing tannins. Fermentation is often carried out at controlled temperatures to preserve the wine's fresh character. While specific aging details for this 2022 vintage are not available, Dolcetto wines are generally intended for early to medium-term consumption, with some potential for oak influence contributing to complexity.
