The Elio Altare 2016 Barolo Arborina sources its fruit from the family vineyard that surrounds and extends downhill from the higher perch where the Altare winery and home is located in La Morra. The wine exudes darkness and rich concentration with blackberry aromas that are followed by spice, tar and campfire ash. It ages in barrique for two years, and only 20% of that oak is new. These results are open-knit and accessible, revealing velvety texture and black fruit flavors. Production is 4,800 bottles.

This red tends to the darker side of the fruit spectrum, offering black cherry, black currant and violet flavors, shaded by tar, earth and iron. The solid structure is well-integrated, extending on the expansive finish. Best from 2023 through 2042. 350 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add