At a glance

Producer

Fabio Gea

Region

Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety

Dolcetto

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Fruity

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$15-$25

Tasting profile

Fresh red cherry and plum fruit, subtle spice notes, slight almond finish, balanced acidity and moderate tannins.

Evolution: Will gain more complexity and softened tannins over the next 2-4 years.

At peak: A harmonious balance of fruit intensity, earthiness, and refined structure around year 5-8 after vintage.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high acidity, typical of Dolcetto

Tannins

Medium-soft tannins

Alcohol

13.0%-13.5%

Aging potential

8-10 years with good cellaring

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2030

Optimal window

2023 to 2028

Current status

Approaching optimal drinking window

Current condition

The wine is currently fresh with lively fruit and balanced acidity, showing good potential for drinking now and aging for a few years.

The 2021 vintage in Piedmont was good for Dolcetto, with sufficient acidity and ripe fruit. Dolcetto generally is drinking well young but can improve especially in tannin integration and aromatic complexity with a few years of aging.

Food pairing

Pairs well with traditional Piedmontese dishes such as roasted pork, mushroom risotto, pizza, pasta with tomato-based sauces, and medium-aged cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-60 minutes) — Moderate tannins and youthful freshness benefit from light aeration to open aromas and soften structure.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Small estate producer adhering to low intervention and minimal chemical use, traditional farming practices considered eco-friendly

Fabio Gea is a smaller estate focusing on quality and traditional methods which tend to align with sustainable practices. While no formal certifications are public, the low scale and local distribution reduce carbon emissions compared to large international brands. Packaging is standard glass bottles with limited plastic use. Overall a reasonably sustainable operation within regional norms.