- 100% Nebbiolo from two vineyards planted 1948 and 1989
- Sandy, clay marl soils of La Morra
- Southern exposure
- Fermented in steel with 3-4 days on the skins
- Matures in French oak barriques (30% new) for 24 months
- 333-416 cases produced annually
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2020
Country:
Italy
Region:
Piedmont
Appellation:
Barolo
Variety:
Nebbiolo
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | IT-ALT-21-20 | 6/750ml |
Press & Reviews
Vinous
Score
95
Date
2024-01-04
"The 2020 Barolo Arborina is a bright, focused wine that shows all the energy that is typical of this La Morra site, especially in its driving tannic profile. Dark cherry, spice, leather, menthol and dried flowers all come alive in the glass. Floral and savory notes add aromatic presence and breadth on the finish. I would give this a few years to soften."
Wine Advocate
Score
94
Date
2024-04-04
"The Elio Altare 2020 Barolo Arborina makes a bright first impression with lots of cherry fruit, cranberry and tart berry nuances. It offers underripe flavors that are much appreciated in a hot vintage such as this. A touch of mineral adds sharpness in the form of wet stone or petrichor. The Arborina showcases classic Nebbiolo flavors, with good volume, velvety tannins and apparent freshness. Only 5,200 bottles were created."
Wine Spectator
Score
93
Date
2024-10-30
"Aromas of vanilla, resin and toasty oak lead off, followed by reticent flavors of cherry, raspberry, underbrush and iron. This comes together on the finish yet will require a few years to absorb the oak. Decant now for a few hours or wait a few years. Best from 2027 through 2043. —B.S."