A classic Barolo DOCG from Elio Altare, one of the pioneering modernist producers of the Langhe in Piedmont — fresh scents of raspberry, redcurrant, and wild roses that evolve into licorice and spice, with the firm tannic structure that makes Barolo one of Italy's greatest red wines.
Tasting Notes
Fresh aromas of small red fruits, raspberry, redcurrant, and wild roses evolving into licorice and spice. Warm and elegant on the palate with the characteristic firm but structured Nebbiolo tannins that will soften beautifully over the next decade. Altare's signature style brings accessibility to Barolo without sacrificing depth or ageability.
Quick Facts
- Grape: 100% Nebbiolo
- Origin: Italy, Piedmont, Barolo DOCG (La Morra)
- Style: Dry red, Barolo DOCG, rotary fermentation, French barrique aged
- Winemaking: Short maceration in rotary fermenters with temperature control, aged in French barrique
Food Pairing
Game, veal, and roasted poultry. Also superb alongside truffle dishes and aged hard cheeses.
Serving
Serve at 16-18°C. Decant for at least 30 minutes. Will age for 15 to 20 years.
About the Producer
Elio Altare is one of the most celebrated and influential producers in the Langhe, a pioneer of the modernist approach to Barolo who revolutionised the region with shorter macerations, French barrique ageing, and an emphasis on fresh fruit and early accessibility without sacrificing complexity. His La Morra estate remains a benchmark for elegant, modern Barolo.
