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Tortoniano Barolo DOCG

Michele Chiarlo

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Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo

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Tortoniano is named for the tortonian-era soils in which the vines are planted, which contain a high percentage of magnesium and manganese. Grape clusters are thinned and are harvested somewhat later than usual so that the fruit attains higher concentration. Temperatures are strictly controlled during vinification and the wine is aged for two years in large oak casks and one year in bottle before release.

91 Points

Wine Advocate

2013 vintage
94 Points

jamessuckling.com

2013 vintage
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tasting note

The wine shows layered aromas and flavors of mint, red fruit and spices. There palate shows bright acidity and silky tannins before a long finish.

food pairing

This wine is a superlative pairing for roasts, game and hard cheeses.

points of distinction

  • Matured for 12 months in oak casks for greater complexity
  • Grapes come from select vineyards of growers with whom the Chiarlo family has dealt for generations.
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“My aim has always been but one: quality.”

– Michele Chiarlo, Winemaker

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