What kind of wine is Dolcetto d’Alba DOC “Trifolé” 2024 - Bruno Rocca?

The Dolcetto d’Alba DOC “Trifolé” 2024 - Bruno Rocca is a Piedmontese red wine that authentically interprets the character of the Dolcetto grape. Coming from vineyards in the Barbaresco area, specifically from the famous Rabajà cru, this wine is born from the experience of the Rocca family, synonymous with quality and tradition in the Langhe region. A highly enjoyable red, intended for everyday drinking but far from trivial: it is a medium-bodied, fresh, and agile Dolcetto, with a straightforwardness that makes it suitable for all occasions.

Vintage Details

The 2024 vintage of Dolcetto d’Alba DOC “Trifolé” stands out for a natural balance between grape ripeness and acidic freshness. The season alternated warm, dry days with cool nights, ideal conditions for ensuring a slow and steady maturation of the bunches. The hand-picked grapes maintained an excellent balance between sugars and acidity, offering a lively and immediate wine, perfect to enjoy already in its early years.

Vinification and aging

After a meticulous selection of grapes from the most suitable rows, the grapes are vinified in stainless steel tanks. Fermentation and maceration, lasting from 7 to 10 days, take place at controlled temperatures to enhance the most typical aromas of Dolcetto. This is followed by a brief period of aging in steel, which preserves the fruit's fragrance and its natural liveliness, before being bottled and offered in all its genuine expression.

Tasting Notes

A wine that encapsulates Piedmontese tradition and the elegant touch of Bruno Rocca, capable of combining simplicity and character.

Color

In the glass, the Dolcetto d’Alba DOC “Trifolé” 2024 displays a typical brilliant ruby red, with purplish reflections that emphasize its youth and freshness.

Nose

The aroma is intense and genuine: notes of ripe cherry, plum, and small red fruits emerge, accompanied by a slight floral nuance and spicy notes of almond and white pepper. A clean and inviting bouquet, recalling the simplicity and immediacy of the grape variety.

Palate

On the palate, it is round and harmonious, with delicate tannins and a pleasant sensation of freshness. The structure is lean but well-defined, supported by good persistence that leaves a dry and slightly bitter finish in the mouth, typical of Dolcetto. It is a wine to be appreciated in its youth, but one that does not lack depth.

Food Pairings for Dolcetto d’Alba DOC “Trifolé” 2024 - Bruno Rocca

Versatility is the hallmark of this wine. The Dolcetto d’Alba DOC “Trifolé” 2024 pairs perfectly with simple and tasty cuisine, both meat and vegetable-based. Ideal with:

• Piedmontese appetizers such as cured meats and semi-aged cheeses
• first courses with ragù or baked lasagna
• traditional dishes such as tajarin with sausage sauce
• light main courses of grilled white or red meat

Also excellent with a simple pizza or mushroom-based dishes, which recall its name “Trifolé,” from the Piedmontese dialect for “truffle.”

Storage and Aging: How to store Dolcetto d’Alba DOC “Trifolé” 2024 - Bruno Rocca wine

To best enjoy the Dolcetto d’Alba DOC “Trifolé” 2024 - Bruno Rocca, it is advisable to store it horizontally, in a cool environment free from temperature fluctuations, ideally between 12 and 16°C. It is a wine designed to be drunk young, within 2-3 years of the harvest, but it can also surprise after a short period of bottle aging, developing softer and spicier notes. Before serving, it is recommended to open it a few minutes in advance to allow the aroma to fully express itself. The ideal serving temperature is 16-18°C.