Just realized that I have tasted a couple of new (to me) wines in the past week after my taste buds recovered from the side effects of my cold.
One of them happens to be the Dolcetto d'Alba from E.Pira & Figli (Sons)...
It is actually made by none other than Chiara Boschis who took over the reins at E.Pira (back in 1990).
The grapes are sourced from a small parcel in the Liste Vineyard (in Barolo) which explains why only about 400 cases were produced...
The wine offers a good balance of fruit and tannins and pleases the eye with its ruby red robe.
A great find at around $15.
Chiara is not the only woman to rule the wine world of Piedmont as Barolo Girls in Bene Magazine proves.
Other women who rule the wine world: Vincent, Simone and Wine...Mas de la Dame 'La Gourmande' 2004
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