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94
/ 100
James Suckling -
93
/ 100
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
Red
Classification
Nebbiolo
Variety
2012
Vintage
750ml (Bottle)
Bottle Size
Italy
Country
Piedmont, Barbera d'Alba
Region
14.0%
Alcohol %
15 Plus Years
Cellaring
Scores
94 / 100"Love the aromas of black truffles and dark fruits that follow through to a full body, round and velvety tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Spicy and rich. Drinkable now but better in 2018."
- James Suckling
93 / 100
"The fact that Domenico Clerico has re-introduced its base Barolo is great news. The 2012 Barolo is a beautifully rich and generous wine that pulls out the best of the Nebbiolo grape (sourced mostly from the Ginestra vineyard) and the opulent style of winemaking that defines Domenico Clerico. There is a good amount of oak present, but the way it is integrated is always a source of stylistic inspiration. Dark fruit and blackberry preserves segue to cinnamon, sweet smoke and grilled herb."
- Robert Parker's 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.