NoseBouquet of intense mature fruit with notes of currant, raspberry and blackberry with hints of violet.
FlavorThe flavor is rich but balanced with notable soft tannins and good acidity; great persistence.
Piedmont At a Glance
Region NamePiedmont
Piemonte is considered by many the top wine region of Italy, being the land of Barolo and Barbaresco, even though these mega-popular wines only account for 3% of the region’s wine production.
Score: 93Vintage 2016Vinous MediaThe 2016 Dogliani Superiore Bricco Botti is a powerful, brooding wine. Smoke, leather, licorice, game, incense and wild black cherry add to an impression of gravitas and virile power in this potent Dogliani. The tannins could use a bit of time to soften, but there is no shortage of personality or character here - that much is certain. The 2016 takes Dolcetto into another level of expression and dimension.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 93Vintage 2016James SucklingA linear and compressed red with lots of blue-fruit and slate undertones to the firm tannins. Full body. Tight and racy. From dolcetto and always excellent. Drink now.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 91Vintage 2016Wine and SpiritsBricco Botti aged in large, untoasted French oak barrels for two years, developing notes of cacao, licorice and espresso layered into its dark cherry and raspberry flavors. For all of its dark richness and dense concentration, the wine finishes balanced and dry, lingering on warm spice notes.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 91Vintage 2016Wine AdvocateThe 2016 Dogliani Superiore Bricco Botti represents one of the most profound and sophisticated expressions of this popular Piedmont grape variety. The Dogliani appellation is specifically recognized for the purity and authenticity of those dark berry flavors and the bright acidity that is associated with Dolcetto. This cool-vintage wine is sharp, focused and bright with loads of primary fruit. However, there is enough softness and meat here to soften the mouthfeel. This is textbook Dogliani, and worthy of a brasato al Barolo, although you'll be forgiven if you want to marinate the beef in a more economical red.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2016Wine SpectatorPure and elegant, with concentrated flavors of blackberry, plum and mint. A polished texture and dense tannins serve to showcase the fruit. Fine length. Drink now through 2024. 550 cases made, 125 cases imported.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 94Vintage 2015Vinous MediaThe 2015 Dogliani Superiore Bricco Botti shows just how serious Dolcetto can be as a grape. Powerful and resonant in the glass, the 2015 possesses terrific richness and nuance. Lavender, sage, menthol and pine give the 2015 an attractive savory register to play off the resonant inky fruit. All the elements are wonderfully fused together in this super-expressive Dogliani from Pecchenino.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2012Wine AdvocateWith floral tones and red rose, the 2012 Dogliani Superiore Bricco Botti is an interesting proposition. It brings notes of dried earth and granite, giving it a unique personality.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
