Dogliani lies in the tangled Piedmont hills, a region famed for its Nebbiolo. However, Dolcetto reigns superior in Dogliani, acting as the variety’s "Grand Cru" site. The best examples, like this ripper from Marziano Abbona, produce dark, plump, plush Dolcetto berries that are bursting with charm. Expect scents of blackberry and thyme, with cocoa powder tannin and a mineral graphite edge.