Note: Robert Parker 95/100
"Elio Altare's Langhe 2009 literally bursts out of the glass with aromas of fresh-cut flowers, red fruits and mint. This energetic, impeccable wine possesses incredible class and elegance. It's a beautiful, energetic wine, a demonstration of Elio Altare's talent." (Wine Advocate - Robert Parker)
Features
Estate
Domaine Elio Altare
Cuvée
Arborina Langhe
Vintage
2009
Designation
Langhe
Region
Italy
Grape varieties
100% Nebbiolo
Terroirs
on La Morra (the most prestigious)
Viticulture
chemical-free, sustainable cultivation
Winemaking
in horizontally-rotating stainless steel vats, with 3 to 4 days' pellicular maceration at controlled temperatures
Breeding
18 months in new French oak barrels
Alcohol content
14,5%
Tasting & pairing
Eye
Ruby color with garnet highlights
Nose
intensely balsamic, with berry aromas
Mouth
fresh with aromas of red berries and raspberry. A well-balanced wine with great length.
Serve
at 14-16°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2013
Drink before
2029
Production
2000 bottles
Food and wine pairing
A déguster sur de l'agneau, des volailles rôties, une blanquette de veau... <br/>
Elio Altare Estate
Langhe
Expert opinion
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Domaine noté Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
Customer reviews
Customer rating
3.7/5
out of 3 reviews
Note and review by M. BERNARD G. Published on 19/08/2014
Much too tannic in October 2013. Yet it seems to combine many virtues. I'll wait for the second bottle until 2018.
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Note and review by M. LUDOVICUS D. Published on 22/05/2020
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Note and review by M. ROGER B. Published on 06/02/2017
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