{"product_id":"sandrone-dolcetto-dalba-2024","title":"Sandrone Dolcetto d'Alba 2024","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eThe 2024 Dolcetto d'Alba is plump, juicy and expressive. Black cherry, plum, cloves, licorice and chocolate are pushed forward. This shows terrific depth and textural persistence, both qualities that were in short supply in 2024. Delicious.\u003c\/span\u003e\" \u003cstrong\u003e90 Points - Antonio Galloni\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE WINE: \u003c\/strong\u003eIt is hardly news that Sandrone’s Dolcetto is one of the region's finest, most complex examples. The consistent quality of this wine—its purity, silky texture, fine tannins and balance—only comes with perfectly ripe fruit from top sites. In this case, the sites are also high, bringing added freshness to the layers of fruit. From estate vineyards in Monforte d’Alba, Sandrone draws from Castelletto and Cascina Pe Mol. In Novello, there is the Rocche di San Nicola vineyard and the whitish marls of Ravera, whose easterly exposure contributes perfume and aromatic complexity. Joining these sites is fruit from Rivassi and Crosia in the commune of Barolo. Vine age is another key to the quality, averaging over 50 years. Typically, 11 different parcels contribute to the blend, and any fruit that does not make the grade is sold off. Each parcel is vinified separately before blending, and the wines age in tank. In short, this is about as close as Dolcetto comes to Nebbiolo-level depth and class.  Bibendum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABOUT THE PRODUCER: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe winemaking tradition of the Sandrone family began in the 1970s. They currently cultivate 27 hectares across the Langhe and Roero regions. Every stage of production is carried out with a commitment to sustainability and the utmost respect for the environment, starting with meticulous vineyard design to minimise the need for chemicals. Their production philosophy views winemaking and winegrowing as the sum of many elements, none of which are predominant. Their pursuit is to provide the world with a contemporary version of classic and iconic wines from the legendary Piemonte region.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCOUNTRY:\u003c\/strong\u003e Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eREGION:\u003c\/strong\u003e Piedmont\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVARIETAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dolcetto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWINE STYLE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCLASSIFICATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic Farming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCLOSURE:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV%:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSIZE:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Heritage Perth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46394800898197,"sku":"5339","price":55.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0367\/1208\/7597\/files\/P1250927_72c36d59-16bd-4b66-a088-bf9af5f62801.jpg?v=1775012029","url":"https:\/\/theheritageperth.com.au\/products\/sandrone-dolcetto-dalba-2024","provider":"The Heritage Perth","version":"1.0","type":"link"}