Alario Claudio

2021 Barolo DOCG Cru Riva Rocca MGA MAGNUM

This is the vineyard where Claudio Alario crafted his first Barolo in 1995. He was immediately captivated by the chalky subsoil, which sets this Verduno site apart and gives its Nebbiolo a broader, more refined tannic profile. The vineyard is classified as an MGA, or Menzione Geografica Aggiuntiva, a single-vineyard designation that highlights sites with unique soils, exposures, and microclimates. By selecting the best bunches, every bottle captures the elegance, depth, and distinctive character of this remarkable cru. Serve at 16–18°C and enjoy in its vibrant youth, though it will evolve gracefully over the next few years.
Italy
Red
Biodynamic Wine

Region:  Diano d’Alba

Appellation:  Barolo, DOCG

Varietal/Blend:  100% Nebbiolo

ABV:  14.5%

Vineyard:  A single-hectare estate vineyard in Verduno at 350 meters above sea level, with a southerly exposure. The vines, over 30 years old, are Guyot-trained and planted at a density of 4,000–5,000 vines per hectare. They grow on marl-sand soils, hand-harvested in late October.

Cellar: The wine undergoes a fifteen-day fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by twelve months of ageing in French barriques (50% new), twelve months in large barrels, and a further twelve months in bottle.

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Winemakers Note: 

What the Critics are saying: 

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Alario Claudio
2021 Barolo DOCG Cru Riva Rocca MGA MAGNUM

Region:  Diano d’Alba

Appellation:  Barolo, DOCG

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Italy
Red
Biodynamic Wine
This is the vineyard where Claudio Alario crafted his first Barolo in 1995. He was immediately captivated by the chalky subsoil, which sets this Verduno site apart and gives its Nebbiolo a broader, more refined tannic profile. The vineyard is classified as an MGA, or Menzione Geografica Aggiuntiva, a single-vineyard designation that highlights sites with unique soils, exposures, and microclimates. By selecting the best bunches, every bottle captures the elegance, depth, and distinctive character of this remarkable cru. Serve at 16–18°C and enjoy in its vibrant youth, though it will evolve gracefully over the next few years.

TECHNICAL INFO

Varietal/Blend:  100% Nebbiolo

ABV:  14.5%

Vineyard:  A single-hectare estate vineyard in Verduno at 350 meters above sea level, with a southerly exposure. The vines, over 30 years old, are Guyot-trained and planted at a density of 4,000–5,000 vines per hectare. They grow on marl-sand soils, hand-harvested in late October.

Cellar: The wine undergoes a fifteen-day fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by twelve months of ageing in French barriques (50% new), twelve months in large barrels, and a further twelve months in bottle.

CSPC: 

Winemakers Note: 

What the Critics are saying: 

Giovanni Autuori
Calgary + Alberta South

T: 403-971-1898

E: giovanni@vinoalvino.ca

Joe Gurba
Edmonton + Alberta North

T: 780-203-5284

E: joeg@vinoalvino.ca

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TECHNICAL INFO

Country:  Italy

Region:  Diano d’Alba

Appellation:  Barolo, DOCG

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Varietal/Blend:  100% Nebbiolo

Fermentation:  Spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts in old oak puncheons.

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Vineyard & Vine Age:  Bull Swamp and Manilla vineyards in Baw Baw Shire. The vines were planted in 1961 and and 1964 respectively.

ABV:  14.5%

Produced Cases:  50

CSPC: 

Calgary + Alberta South

Andrew Stewart

403-604-0408

andrew@vinoalvino.ca

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780-203-5284

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306-290-0277

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