Sadly, the 2011 Barolo Brunate represents the last time this wine will be released. The Altare family lost its lease on this historic vineyard. In fact, this is the only year Altare will release a full range of wines including those being phased out and those being newly introduced. Elegance and grace are the main themes here, but you also get a pretty embroidery of violets, toasted almond and balsam herb. Elio and Silvia Altare tell me they are heartbroken to see this important part of their portfolio disappear. We all are.

A mix of cherry, plum, herb, underbrush and spice flavors are backed by dense, muscular tannins. Bright and tense, with mouthcoating grip on the finish. Best from 2019 through 2035. 110 cases made.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add