2023 Azelia Dolcetto d’Alba ‘Bricco dell’Oriolo' Nicolas Reau for a minute or two

for a minute or two

a bit of sap and orange rind

sea spray and roasting nuts

black fruit and spices

(96) ERIN LARKIN

2023 Azelia Dolcetto d’Alba ‘Bricco dell’Oriolo' Nicolas Reau for a minute or twoSingle vineyard dolcetto from the Montelupo Albese region of Piedmont. Instead of a "lesser" site in Barolo (as many producers have) Azelia has the magnificently well sited 2. 1 hectare, south facing, 600masl Bricco dell'Oriolo that holds special value for winemaker Luigi Scavino. His mother's family originally owned this splendid vineyard which sits in front of the small church of the Madonna dell'Oriolo. Bright and intense red fruits with a subtle