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Red dry
Elio Altare Barolo DOCG 2021 – elegantiškas, subalansuotas ir šiuolaikiškai interpretuotas Barolo vynas, kuris atspindi tiek Pjemonto tradicijas, tiek modernią vyno gamybos filosofiją. Tai vynas, gimęs iš garsiųjų Nebbiolo vynuogių, kruopščiai užaugintų Barolo regiono širdyje.
Vynas pasižymi subtiliu aromatų sluoksniavimu – juntamos vyšnios, gervuogės, džiovintos rožės, taip pat saldymedis, prieskoniai ir švelni vanilė. Skonyje – elegantiška taninų struktūra, gerai išlaikytas rūgštingumas ir ilgas, minerališkas poskonis.
Trumpa maceracija (apie 4–5 dienas) leidžia išlaikyti vaisiškumą ir švelnesnius taninus – tai būdinga Elio Altare modernistiniam stiliui. Brandinimas vykdomas mažose prancūziško ąžuolo statinėse.
Tiekti 16-18 °C prie jautienos troškinio pagardinto prieskoninėmis žolelėmis, brandintų sūrių bei užkandžių tokių kaip sumuštiniai su trumais, rizoto su miško grybais/trumais.
This is really fantastic. Better than 2010. Full and super silky with complex berry, lemon and cedar aromas and flavors. Gorgeous finish. Amazing vineyards go into this. From Arborina. Drink or hold.
The Elio Altare 2021 Barolo offers a classical interpretation of the grape done in the house style that prizes extraction, intensity and sweet fruitiness. You get all of that here, exceptionally well presented in this epic vintage. Fruit is blended from Barolo, Castiglione Falletto, La Morra and Novello, and the wine sees 24 months in used barrique. Production is 11,000 bottles.
Elio Altare – the architect of modern Barolo and a legendary figure in winemaking
Elio Altare is one of the most influential and visionary personalities in the Barolo region, widely regarded as the driving force behind the modern approach to Barolo winemaking. The revolution he inspired in Piedmont not only transformed the local wine style, but also helped secure Barolo’s place among the world’s elite wine regions.
From tradition to modernity: the path to a new Barolo
As a young man, Elio Altare travelled to Burgundy, where he encountered a radically different philosophy of winemaking:
Upon returning to La Morra in Piedmont, Elio decided to implement these ideas in his father’s winery, despite strong family opposition. Wine lore recounts that after a serious conflict with his father Giovanni, Elio famously destroyed the old barrels with a chainsaw—symbolically severing ties with the old system.
Revolutionary methods and uncompromising dedication
Elio Altare stood out not only for his ideas, but also for his almost obsessive commitment to quality:
At the time, the techniques he introduced were unprecedented in Barolo:
These methods resulted in wines that could be enjoyed earlier, yet retained depth, structure, and longevity—a clear expression of modern elegance and quality.
A vision carried forward: Silvia and Elena Altare
Today, the estate is led by Elio’s daughters:
Though generational transition is never simple, the daughters have inherited Elio’s determination and character, and their innovations are already beginning to bear fruit.
Winemaking as a calling—even in difficult years
Unlike large Barolo producers who can afford to skip challenging vintages, Elio Altare always had to extract the maximum from every harvest. His philosophy is summed up in his own words:
“Difficult vintages reveal the true talent of a winemaker. In great years, everyone can make good wine.”
