The 2007 Dolcetto d’Alba Rossana reveals floral red fruits in an approachable, soft-textured expression of Dolcetto, showing good length and impeccable overall balance. A long, refined finish rounds out this very pretty Dolcetto. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2011.Importer: Wilson Daniels Ltd, St. Helena, CA; tel. (707) 963-9661

Ceretto’s pristine Dolcetto d’Alba offers an interesting medley of fruit and almond aromas. Marzipan and almond paste also appear in the mouth and the wine ends with silky softness. Pair it with oven-cooked pasta.——M.L.(4/1/2010)—— 87