Bric Del Salto Dolcetto d’Alba DOC 2024

Wine Description for Bric Del Salto Dolcetto d’Alba DOC 2024 by Sottimano

Colour & Appearance

Transparent ruby red with a lively violet shimmer – clear, luminous, without heaviness.

Nose

The 2024 vintage shows itself refreshingly light-footed: instead of dark weight, bright red cherries and fully ripe raspberries dominate, accompanied by a quirky blackberry leaf and subtle notes of black nuts. Floral accents of mallow and hollyhock pleasantly lift the bouquet.

Palate

Slender and direct on the attack, with aromatic, never harsh tannins and transparent, bright red fruit. The cherry tends towards sour cherry, the blackberry leaf from the nose returns as a structure-giving element. Invigorating freshness and herbal-aromatic spice maintain the balance – a Dolcetto with backbone and elegance.

Finish

Medium-length, fresh and dry with a pleasantly herbal aftertaste. The lively acidity remains present and invites another sip.

Terroir & Origin

The grapes come from three vineyards with old vines around Neive in the heart of the Langhe: Cottà, Basarin and San Cristoforo. The name Bric del Salto recalls the first small Dolcetto vineyard that the Sottimano family acquired in the 1970s – a wine with family history and deep local connection.

Grape Variety & Vinification

Pure Dolcetto, spontaneously fermented with native yeasts, with a long maceration period of 20–25 days on the skins. Malolactic fermentation and six months of ageing on the fine lees take place in stainless steel. Bottled unfiltered and unfined – a wine that bears the hallmark of artisanal respect.

Food Pairing Suggestions

Lightly chilled, this Dolcetto unfolds its full strength as a companion: Vitello tonnato, Tagliatelle al ragù, Salumi misti or a simple tomato risotto. Also a safe choice with focaccia with olives or a robust hard cheese.

Special Features

The 2024 vintage presents itself unusually light-footed and fresh – a Dolcetto that shows the variety from its elegant rather than opulent side. With just 12.5% alcohol and lively acidity, it is a rare example of how Dolcetto can be far more than rustic everyday fare.