Albino Rocca Dolcetto D'Alba 2021

Albino Rocca’s Dolcetto d’Alba is drawn from a single vineyard in Barbaresco, a first-rate location with an east to south-east exposure for the most part. The vines were planted in 1960 and 1978. Thanks to the maturity and sensible yields they provide, this wine displays more intensity and texture than many a garden-variety Dolcetto d’Alba. The 2021 was raised in stainless steel for six months.

Type: Red Wine
Style: Fresh, Fruity
Grape Varietal: Dolcetto
Tastes Like: Comparable to a light Pinot Noir, with blackberries, cherries, and floral hints.
Alcohol Percentage: 13%
Closure: Cork
Size: 750mL
Region: Piedmont, Italy
Terroir: Limestone and clay soils
Aging: Stainless steel
Serving Temperature: 14-16°C

Albino Rocca is an iconic estate in Piedmont, known for producing expressive wines that reflect the elegance and purity of traditional Italian grape varietals.

Seafood: Seared tuna or seafood risotto.
Poultry: Roast chicken with herbs.
Vegetarian: Mushroom risotto or stuffed bell peppers.
Meat: Pork sausages or veal cutlets.

Fontina: Soft and nutty, balancing the wine's fruit-forward profile.
Pecorino: Aged and sharp, enhancing the wine's structure.
Brie: Creamy and mild, complementing the wine's freshness.
Taleggio: Rich and savoury, pairing beautifully with the wine's fruitiness.

Mushroom Risotto

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups Arborio rice
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup mixed mushrooms, sliced
• 1/2 cup dry white wine
• 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat olive oil in a large pan. Sauté onion and garlic until softened.
2. Add mushrooms and cook until browned. Stir in Arborio rice and cook for 1-2 minutes.
3. Deglaze with white wine, stirring continuously.
4. Gradually add broth, one ladle at a time, until the rice is creamy and al dente.
5. Stir in Parmesan cheese, season with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

Tip: Pair with Albino Rocca Dolcetto D'Alba for a comforting meal.