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  Marcarini Dolcetto d'Alba "Fontanazza" D.O.C. 2009 (Piedmont, Italy)
  Marcarini Dolcetto d'Alba
 


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Winery: Marcarini
Varietal: 100% Dolcetto
Region: Dolcetto d'Alba, Piedmont, Italy
Vintage: 2009
Bottle Size: 750 ml

Product Code: MARCARINIDOLCETTOFONTANAZZ09-W

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Notes from the Winemaker:

Made in a traditional manner that uses no oak treatment. Intense ruby red. Fine, spicy aroma reminiscent of cinnamon. Lively red fruit; full bodied, with pleasingly crisp, finish.

This Dolcetto d’Alba is a creation of the Langhe hills, La Morra in particular. A delicious, easy-drinking wine, it is a product of the terroir and the distinctive regional microclimate. An "honest" red wine, the "Fontanazza" is made in traditional manner, without the intervention of new technology. It has always been considered the everyday drinking wine of native Langhe people. The “Fontanazza” selection is not aged in oak in order to offer a fresh, fruity, inviting and easy-to-drink wine. “Fontanazza” presents a magnificent ruby-red color with lovely violet reflections. The intense and persistent nose offers floral and fruity sensations with evident signs of sweet spices. The palate is characterized by the same sensations, exalted by a pleasant acidity and a delicate, slightly bitter aftertaste. With these characteristics, the Dolcetto “Fontanazza” is an excellent companion to every dish of the Italian and international cooking tradition. The ideal wine glass has a medium-sized bowl and a long stem.

Ratings & Reviews

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:
"The 2009 Dolcetto d’Alba Fontanazza is a soft, juicy Dolcetto with a core of bright, floral red fruit that caresses the palate through to the long finish. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2012.

Marcarini has built a solid reputation on the quality of their Barolos, but these two entry-level wines deliver plenty of value." - Antonio Galloni (Feb 2011)

Wine Spectator Magazine:
"Deep and full of black cherry and plum flavors, showing a hint of dusty chocolate. The focus is on the fruit, but there is bright acidity and a textural component from the tannins. Drink now through 2013. 1,166 cases made." –BS (Apr 30, 2011)

Wine Enthusiast Magazine:
"This young Dolcetto opens with loads of fresh fruit, but there’s also a slightly musky smell at the back that gives the wine a touch of complexity. It’s an earthy, warm wine with a full and velvety feel."  — M.L.  (9/1/2010)


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