A vibrant version, this exhibits blackberry, boysenberry and floral aromas and flavors allied to a firm backbone of tannins and acidity. Everything hangs together nicely, fading gracefully on the finish. Drink now. 2,000 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Dolcetto d'Alba Select to Add

Ripe black cherry and plum flavors ride a firm edge of tannins in this lean red, which picks up herbal notes and an astringent feel on the finish. Drink now. 1,666 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Dolcetto d'Alba Select to Add

A lean style, offering cherry and almond flavors, with a touch of black pepper. The tannins flex their muscles on the finish. Drink now. 1,667 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Dolcetto d'Alba Select to Add

Starts out on the elegant side, turning firm. Fills in with cherry and strawberry fruit, tinged by black pepper and earth notes. Shows solid grip on the finish. Drink now through 2017. 1,666 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Dolcetto d'Alba Select to Add

The 2011 Dolcetto d’Alba Pian Balbo is gorgeous in this vintage. Expressive varietal notes are given a little extra volume and dimension by the precocious, warm vintage. Blueberries, tar, licorice and spice resonate on the inviting, textured finish. This is a fabulous effort. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2015. Importer: Montcalm Wine Importers, Bertin Henri Selections, Doral, FL; tel. (305) 392-6995