Rocche Costamagna Dolcetto D'Alba MurraeItalia: Piemonte (town of La Morra)
100% Dolcetto (red)
2007
88 pts
$13.99
Picked up this northern Italian red at Kafka Wines on Halsted last week during a Sunday night walk (at this point, Dana expects any walk to result in a bottle), and wasn't disappointed. While the color is a rich red with hints of purple and even some pink, the nose offers red berries, pepper, and Old World barnyard (very nice). The taste possesses three components: first, the subtle red berries (some cherries, too, perhaps), followed by the earthy barnyard, which makes a very definitive appearance. The flavor concludes with a nice floral bitterness (can't seem to place the flower, exactly, but I'm guessing violets). A little light/weak on the back end (quick fade out; the finish is underwhelming), but because I enjoy all aspects of this wine's taste profile, I'm a fan. Not a MUST TRY, but a nice wine for those who like a little Italian barnyard in their glass, along with smooth tannins and a pleasing dryness. These grapes are grown in sandy, tufa-rich soil on hills in northwestern Italy. This is a D.O.C. wine, meaning the region has been recognized for producing a wine from these grapes over many years that is of consistent character, true to its locale and history. Pretty high alcohol content at 14%. If you like more earth than fruit, you will probably enjoy this one.
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