From one of the top producers in Dogliani, Anna Maria Abbona’s 2015 “Cadò” is a stunning look at a fully mature, old-vine Dolcetto from a ripe and powerful vintage. After a decade of evolution, this Langhe Rosso has shed its youthful fruit for a profound, savory complexity. The nose is deep and aromatic, with notes of dried black cherry and plum, interwoven with sophisticated hints of leather, sweet tobacco, and dried herbs. On the palate, it’s medium-to-full-bodied, with the once-firm tannins now resolved into a smooth, velvety texture. A long, savory finish echoes with notes of licorice and spice. A rare and contemplative Dolcetto drinking at its absolute peak.