Vega Vineyard & Farm Dolcetto
2023, Los Olivos District, Santa Ynez Valley, USA
Vega Vineyard & Farm Dolcetto
Dolcetto
Vega Vineyard & Farm
About the Wine
“Dolcetto” translates to “little sweet one”- not because it is a sweet wine (it is perfectly dry) - because it is a friendly and easy-going grape to work with and so pleasurable in the glass. Even Dolcetto’s hue speaks to its easy going nature, with a deep and bright ruby color inviting a sip. The nose is spicy and very berry, with a hint of spice mingling with blackberry aromas that waft from the glass.
Tasting Notes
On the palate, there is a perception of hard-candy sweetness that mingles with a beautifully balanced acidity and soft tannin structure. Concentrated black raspberry and plum preserve flavors are interlaced with a subtle earthy minerality that leaves a lasting impression of raspberry, a hint of “red vine” licorice and toasted almonds at last sip.
Pairing Notes
Similar weight to Pinot Noir, works well with grilled salmon, tuna, pasta, pizza, fish and light meat dishes—perfect pairing with gilled ripe peaches wrapped in prosciutto, sprinkled with black pepper, drizzled with balsamic.