Grasso’s 2009 Dolcetto d’Alba is a surprisingly rich, dark Dolcetto loaded with black fruits, violets, spices, menthol and minerals. All of the elements come together beautifully in a rich, sumptuous, totally convincing wine. This is simply fabulous juice for the money. It is remarkable to think one can still drink a hand crafted, artisan wine with this much character for a mere $15. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2012. 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

The 2007 Dolcetto d’Alba is quite pretty in its vibrant dark fruit. In 2007 Grasso’s Dolcetto shows terrific freshness and clarity, not to mention great balance. Plums, violets, menthol and spices are some of the nuances that emerge from this very classic Dolcetto. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2012. Grasso is a small, family-run property based in La Morra. 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

Grasso’s 2006 Dolcetto d’Alba is packed with varietally true fruit. This delicious wine is exactly what Dolcetto should be, nothing more, nothing less. I loved it. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2010. Silvio Grasso, a small, family-owned estate in La Morra, is a good source for fairly-priced wines that drink well early. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411

Grapey and fruity with berry character. Medium-bodied, light coffee, fruity finish. Drink now.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Dolcetto d'Alba Select to Add

Bright and fruity, with plenty of raspberry and crushed strawberry character. Medium-bodied, with soft tannins and a fruity finish. Delicious. Drink now through 2002. 830 cases made.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Dolcetto d'Alba Select to Add