Dolcetto d'Alba, Bricco Gala, Federico Ferrero, Piemonte, Italy 2024

Federico Ferrero is a fourth-generation winemaker based in Mango, in the Piemonte region's Cuneo province. His estate, Azienda Agricola Ferrero Federico, spans 35 hectares - 21 under wine - across hillside plots with limestone soils around Mango, Trezzo, Tinella, Neviglie, and Levice. After resuming wine making in 2002, Federico introduced a modern, terroir-focused approach rooted in family tradition.

This Dolcetto d'Alba is bright, supple and deeply fruited, with aromas of black cherry, blueberry, and a touch of lavender. On the palate, it's smooth and rounded, offering juicy layers of dark plum, redcurrant, and subtle almonds typical of the variety. Soft tannins make it immediately approachable, while a hint of spice and earthiness carries through the finish. A fresh, easy-drinking red with Piedmontese charm.