Roagna’s 2006 Dolcetto d’Alba is an understated, unusual Dolcetto in that it favors tertiary, ethereal notes of menthol, licorice and spices rather than the more overt expression of fruit that is typical of Dolcetto. Roagna’s Dolcetto sees an unheard of 30 days’ of maceration. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2009.
Luca Roagna is one of the most promising young winemakers in the Langhe. Low yields, late harvests, long macerations and extended periods of oak aging are the rule at this traditionally-minded estate.
Importer: Louis Dressner Selections, New York, NY; tel. (212) 334-8191