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Elio Altare - Barolo Vigneto Arborina 2018 (750ml)
Price: $108.99
| Producer | Elio Altare |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Varietal | Nebbiolo |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 750ml |
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Elio Altare Description
Vinification: Maceration on the skins for approx. 4/5 days in rotary fermenters with temperature control , ageing in French barrique for 24 months
Color: very intense ruby red with garnet reflections
Nose: Fresh nose , rose petals, flowers, ethereal, light, sweet
Taste: warm and elegant, with smooth but intense tannins
Wine Advocate: 95 Points
The 2018 Barolo Arborina is born close to home, in the sunrise-facing vineyard that starts just below the family house and winery. This pretty wine reveals a delicate embroidery of wild rose, rusted nail, spice and clove-dotted orange. Barrel aging is with 20% new oak for 24 months. The finish is long and linear, ending with a powerful 15% alcohol.
Vinous: 94 Points
The 2018 Barolo Arborina is a powerful, burly wine that is going to need a bit of time to soften the firm young Nebbiolo tannins. There is plenty of Arborina energy and tannin that comes alive with a bit of coaxing. Dark cherry, gravel, cloves and licorice give the 2018 a decidedly somber feel in this vintage.
Wine Spectator: 93 Points
This is bursting with red berries—strawberry, currant and cherry—shaded by floral and rose hip accents. Firm and lively, with a sleek frame and a long, fruit-tinged aftertaste. Fine energy and harmony. Best from 2025 through 2042. 415 cases made, 45 cases imported.
