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Langhe Dolcetto 2018 Flavio Roddolo
The 2018 Langhe Dolcetto by Flavio Roddolo is a striking example of how a seemingly straightforward grape can reveal an entirely different personality when it is handled with patience, precision and a strong sense of place. Far removed from the light, uncomplicated style often associated with Dolcetto, Roddolo’s interpretation is structured, extracted and deeply textured, with remarkable depth and persistence.
Flavio Roddolo is one of the most distinctive and uncompromising figures of the Langhe, working his vineyards around Monforte d’Alba with a traditional approach and little interest in fashion or shortcuts. His Dolcetto reflects this philosophy: the emphasis is placed on the quality and concentration of the fruit, resulting in a wine that combines substance with remarkable energy.
In the glass, black cherry and redcurrant emerge alongside intriguing floral nuances and subtle hints of moss. The attack is firm and decisive, with pronounced tannins providing structure from the very beginning. Yet the wine never feels heavy: its freshness provides an essential counterpoint to the concentration, keeping the palate agile and remarkably dynamic.
Its greatest strength lies precisely in this balance between matter and tension. This is not a powerful wine simply for the sake of power. The concentration of the fruit is supported by freshness and an aromatic profile that continues to evolve in the glass. Each sip reveals a slightly different nuance, creating the sensation of a wine that never completely gives itself away.
The finish is long and distinctive, with delicate echoes of tamarind and sweet spices adding complexity and persistence.
A Dolcetto that challenges every preconceived idea of the variety: not an easy, fruit-driven red to drink without thinking, but an authentic expression of the Langhe, with a rustic soul, remarkable depth and the ability to evolve beautifully in the glass.
