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Barale Fratelli
Piedmont, Italy

The Barale family history began with the founding of the winery in 1870 by Carlo Barale and continued with Grandson Sergio taking over in 1978. Family land holdings are among the most envied in Barolo, including the Bussia, Cannubi and Castellero vineyards, among others. Vines are generally old and are some of the most sought after historic Nebbiolo clones.

Despite evolving fashion and the emergence of modern trends in recent decades, the Barale family never strayed from true, traditional expressions of Barolo. They describe true Barolo as being perfumed and delicate, yet with a linear structure—wine able to be enjoyed on the nose alone. They have never used barrique despite pressure to do so. Many of their wines from the 1960’s and 1970’s are considered among the finest and most pedigreed of the time period.

Today, Sergio Barale’s Daughters Eleonora and Gloria have taken the reins; doubling down on the traditional cellar and natural farming approach that has withstood the test of time. Walking through their vineyards, the land is alive, in stark contrast to plots owned by famous neighbors. These wines are a perfect companion for those who prize power through grace, and precise, nuanced wines. They also are incredibly age worthy, commonly gaining complexity for 20-30 years (or more).
 

2018
Barale Fratelli
Barolo di Barolo

100% Nebbiolo

Delicious, expressive Barolo with fine acid and gentle yet present tannins. Plush, rewarding. Umami with a long, mouthfilling core of red fruit. Savoury and nicely developed with excellent élévage, just a little lift that sits well against the generous fruit. An excellent introduction to the Barale Barolos. Hoovered a bottle with a roast chook and went to a very happy place.

The fruit for this wine comes from Castellero, Preda and Coste di Rose vineyards in the Commune of Barolo.