Elio Altare, Barolo other_regions_australia The generosity in both style

The generosity in both style and yield of 2011 was welcome here as elsewhere after the challenges and small crop of 2010

This is off the charts

with a sleek

wrapped in a silky coat of ripe tannins

This should drink well after 5 years or so yet reward up to 10

Elio Altare, Barolo other_regions_australia The generosity in both styleAltare's 2000 Barolo is fabulous. Round, sweet and caressing on the palate, the Barolo impresses for its impeccable balance, and fresh, vibrant fruit. There is not a hint of oxidation or French oak in this impeccable Barolo. The 2000 is just approaching the early part of what looks to be a very long drinking window. Antonio Galloni