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San Fereolo 2017 Dogliani Superiore DOCG

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San Fereolo is one of Piedmont's greatest expressions of Dogliani terroir, guided for more than three decades by the vision and dedication of Nicoletta Bocca. Since acquiring the estate in 1992, Nicoletta has transformed San Fereolo into a benchmark producer, mastering the unique character of the Valdibà subzone while leading the estate's conversion to certified biodynamic farming under Demeter certification.

Located just south of Barolo in the Langhe, Dogliani is home to some of Piedmont's most historic Dolcetto vineyards. The majority of San Fereolo's 12 hectares are planted to Dolcetto, with vines dating from 1936 through 1978. The estate's finest parcels are reserved for the flagship San Fereolo bottling, while additional holdings contribute to the Valdibà Dogliani DOCG. Beyond Dolcetto, the estate farms important parcels of Barbera and Nebbiolo, along with a rare north-facing vineyard planted to Riesling and Gewürztraminer adjacent to the hilltop winery.

Nicoletta's philosophy has always championed authenticity over fashion. While many producers in the Langhe have pursued the global prestige of Nebbiolo, she has remained fiercely devoted to Dolcetto, a variety she believes deserves far greater recognition. Deeply rooted in the traditions of Piedmont's great growers, she remains committed to low-intervention, spontaneously fermented wines that prioritize site expression over technology. Cellar practices are guided by patience rather than production schedules, allowing each wine to evolve at its own pace.

Her commitment to traditional methods, lengthy macerations, extended aging in large Slavonian oak casks, and accessible pricing has earned San Fereolo a devoted following among collectors and sommeliers seeking wines that capture the soul of Piedmont with honesty, depth, and remarkable individuality. San Fereolo and Austri often spend nearly eight years in the cellar, including both cask and bottle aging, before reaching the market. Despite the immense cost and patience required to age her flagship wines for years before release, Nicoletta has remained steadfast in keeping her wines remarkably affordable.

Media Links
I'll Drink to That!: Episode 359: Nicoletta Bocca
Italian Wine Geek: Discovering San Fereolo