Elio Altare
Langhe Rosso, La Villa, 2023
justerini & brooks tasting note
A blend of 60% Nebbiolo and 40% Barbera from Arborina, fermented and aged in 100% new oak barriques for 18 months. The name La Villa is taken from the original plot for this wine in Monforte d’Alba; many moons ago they lost the lease on that vineyard but trademarked the name for the blend.
critic reviews
95/100Antonio Galloni,Vinous
The 2023 La Villa is such a classic Altare wine. A burst of dark cherry/plum fruit, mocha, new leather, blood orange, rose petal and pomegranate makes a strong opening statement. Plush fruit and supple, polished contours add to an impression of total finesse. All the elements are so well balanced.
DRINKING WINDOW 2027 - 2043
date of review 01/2026