Dogliani Il Generale · dal 1856 · In Finland only at OOBU
When ”Il Generale” Domenico Dogliani decided in 1856 to turn his passion into his life’s work, a story began that continues to this day.
Five generations later, the family estate in the heart of the Langhe is led by brothers Ilario, Alberto and Mauro — with the fifth generation already stepping in.
The vineyards rise at 230–300 metres, and the estate’s crown jewel is a vineyard in the prized Bussia area of Monforte d'Alba. Native Piedmontese grapes become wines that mature patiently in French and Slavonian oak casks.
1856
Estate founded
5
Generations
230–300 m
Vineyard altitude
7
Wines on our list
Bussia · Monforte d'Alba
Bussia is one of Barolo’s historic top crus, and its slopes yield the crown of the series — Barolo Bussia DOCG. The nebbiolo is picked by hand, and the wine matures for 38 months, 18 of them in French oak, before it earns a bottle worthy of the name.
The estate also farms certified organic plots — the Rosato and Barolo Bussia carry the organic label. The harvest is brought in block by block, and the oak is chosen to suit the character of the vintage.
Three grapes
White · ”the little rascal”
Piedmont’s own white grape, which nearly vanished before its 1970s renaissance. Fresh, mineral and floral — a natural partner for fish.
Red · everyday nobility
The hardest-working grape of the Langhe: lively acidity, soft tannin and sunny berry fruit. The Superiore matures to velvet in French oak.
Red · the soul of Barolo
The grape of the mists (nebbia), the last to ripen on the slopes. Rose, tar and a long, dignified finish — the foundation of Barbaresco and Barolo Bussia.
Monforte d'Alba · Piemonte
Arneis · 13,0 % · 3 months in steel tank · white wine
Straw yellow. Citrus and lemon balm. Fresh and mineral.
Nebbiolo · 12,5 % · 2 months in steel tank · organic · rosé
Delicate pale pink. Pomegranate and poppy. Fresh, soft, mineral.
Barbera · 13,0 % · 2 months in steel tank · red wine
Lively ruby red. Red berries. Full and soft.
Barbera · 14,0 % · 4 months in French oak · red wine
Purple red. Cherry and cinnamon. Velvety and long.
Nebbiolo · 14,0 % · 12 months in oak and cement · red wine
Ruby red. Pepper and spice. Full and velvety.
Nebbiolo · 14,5 % · 26 months (12 in French oak) · red wine
Garnet red. Red fruit and pepper. Tannic and long.
Nebbiolo · 14,5 % · 38 months (18 in French oak) · organic · red wine
Garnet red with brick tones. Violet, cherry and liquorice on the nose. Elegant on the palate, carried by velvety tannins and exceptionally long.
In Finland, Il Generale’s production is available only from us.
Il Generale at OOBU
The sommelier has paired Il Generale’s wines with the courses — Arneis for starters, Nebbiolo for game.
See the menus →A sommelier-led Il Generale tasting in the LYHTY bar — for parties of 25–50 guests.
LYHTY & tastings →The Il Generale series is part of our wine list, from champagnes to the cellar selection.
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