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94
/ 100
The Wine Advocate
Red
Classification
Nebbiolo
Variety
2011
Vintage
750ml (Bottle)
Bottle Size
Italy
Country
Piedmont, Barbera d'Alba
Region
14.0%
Alcohol %
Ready, but will Keep
Cellaring
Scores
94 / 100"The 2011 Barolo is a new wine to grace the exciting portfolio of Domenico Clerico. Basically 90% of the fruit is soured from the Ginestra vineyard and the rest is assembled from three other sites. The 2011 vintage represents the first time this particular blend was made and you will remember the excellent Barolo Ciabot Mentin Ginestra released in past years. This wine is a close cousin. The bouquet is linear and direct with amazing precision. It shows dark fruit tendencies with pretty layers of spice and dark tobacco at its core. It spots a full body, tight tannins and balanced acidity."
- The Wine Advocate
Tasting Notes
Domenico Clerico is a small producer near Monforte d'Alba in Piemonte. It is particularly known for its high quality, rich, aromatic, single vineyard wines from the Barolo appellation.