Barolo, Arborina, 2020
Ripe and contoured with sweet tannins and a gently building presence, Arborina is medium in body and red fruit forward, complimented by background notes of rock salt, nutmeg and stone. A clay-dominated south to south-east facing amphitheatre in the Annunziata hamlet of La Morra. Raised for 24 months in 15% new barriques after fermentation in stainless steel.
critic reviews
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.
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.