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Red dry
Elio Altare Dolcetto d'Alba DOC 2022 – a wine that reflects the winemaking traditions of three generations of the Altare family, revealing through rich fruitiness, elegant structure. The medium-bodied wine reveals its character through soft tannins, juiciness and a clean, cherry aftertaste.
The aroma is rich and fragrant, with black cherries, mulberries, blackberries, blueberries and light herbal notes. The taste is dominated by fresh acidity, fruitiness and a soft nutty aftertaste, which gives the wine an exceptional balance.
This Dolcetto wine is produced in the Piedmont region, in the La Mora area, from 20-40 year old vines growing in calcareous sandy soil. Fermentation is carried out for 2-3 days at a controlled temperature, the wine is aged for 10 months in stainless steel tanks in order to maintain fruitiness and freshness.
Serve at a temperature of 16-18 °C with light meat dishes (roasted chicken or turkey), pasta dishes, ragu, pesto or with mushrooms, cheeses.
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.”
