2012 Renato Ratti Barolo Marcenasco DOCG, La Morra Piedmont

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2012 Elio Altare Barolo DOCG, Piedmont

A$286.65
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92

With fruit from La Morra, Castiglione Falletto, Serralunga d'Alba and Barolo, Elio Altare's 2012 Barolo is a classic expression of the vintage. Fruit from each township is vinified separately and after the malolactic fermentation, the wine goes into neutral oak. The wine exhibits less baby fat compared to the 2011 vintage and its color is not as deep or black. The aromatic intensity of the wine is also carefully delivered and more subtle. This is an elegant, food-friendly Barolo that can be consumed in the medium-term.

92 points Monica Larner robertparker.com

Among the wines I tasted this year in the company of Elio Altare is the gorgeous 2010 Barolo Cerretta Vigna Bricco (that will be released this year). I had previously reviewed this finished wine here two years before its commercial release. To avoid confusion, I am reverting to that published review and the well-deserved 98-point score I awarded it. With fruit from Serralunga d'Alba, this wine is treated like a Riserva and is released six years after the harvest. It is absolutely stunning and should not be missed.


Altare's 2012 Barolo is soft, open-knit and succulent. Sweet floral notes meld into red-fleshed berries, tobacco, mint, licorice and spices. Silky tannins and a sense of freshness give the 2012 much of its early appeal. This is an especially gracious, mid-weight style for Altare. This soft, easygoing Barolo should drink well pretty much upon release. The Barolo is made from a collection of plots in La Morra, Castiglione Falletto, Serralunga and Barolo. This is the second vintage that includes Liste in the blend.

Antonio Galloni vinous.com


 

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Wine Type Red Wine
Wine Style Traditional
Country Italy
Region Piedmont
Varietals Nebbiolo
Vintage 2012
Bottle Size 750ml
Wine Points 92
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