Elio Altare Barolo Cannubi Cru 2021

This legendary single-vineyard Cru Barolo opens with a stunning, ethereal bouquet of red cherries, wild strawberries, and crushed rose petals, layered with complex tar, licorice, and sweet spices. The medium-to-full-bodied palate reveals majestic depth, flawless harmony, and remarkably polished, silky tannins.

Food Pairing: Magnificent with slow-cooked beef cheeks, roasted game, white truffle pasta dishes, or long-aged cheeses like Castelmagno.

95 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 

Fruit comes from a leased site in Cannubi, and the first vintage made was 2011. Jumping forward one decade, the Elio Altare 2021 Barolo Cannubi is a rounded and fleshed-out expression with dark fruit, dried cherry, spice and hints of cured tobacco. I notice the sweet oak flavors and the 15% alcohol content. The wine ages in barrique for 24 months, with 20% new oak. However, that bigger aromatic profile is adequately matched to the wine's medium-plus texture. This is a release of 1,400 bottles.