Enrico Scavino’s 2008 Dolcetto d’Alba is one of the richer, concentrated, Dolcettos readers are likely to encounter in this challenging year. The wine offers notable length and finesse in its rich layers of dark fruit. The wine should be opened at least 30 minutes prior to serving to allow for a touch of excess SO2 to blow off. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2012. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including: de Grazia Imports; tel. (417) 732-4200; Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; (516) 677-9300, Estate Wines Ltd., San Rafael CA; (415) 492-9411, Giuliana Imports, Boulder CO; (303) 547-6343, Robert Houde Wines, Bensenville IL; (630) 422-1119

Shows wonderful aromas of blueberry and blackberry. Full-bodied, with a solid core of ripe fruit and a pretty, polished aftertaste. Very classy. Drink now. 850 cases made, 500 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Dolcetto d'Alba Select to Add