Opinions sur 2021 Barolo Unoperuno (1,5L)

Monica Larner, robertparker.com: 96+

"The Elio Altare 2021 Barolo Unoperuno shows a distinctive bouquet with aromas of cola, balsam herb and candied cherry. The wine's intensity is especially bright and vertical. The name Unoperuno refers to the grapes that are sorted "one by one." This is a blend of fruit from Arborina (La Morra), Cannubi (Barolo), Pernano (Castiglione Falletto), Sarmassa (Barolo) and Cerretta (Serralunga d'Alba). The wine sees 24 months in barrique with 20% new oak. There is muscle and power at the back, and that high 15% alcohol content does not go unnoticed. This is a release of 1,100 bottles."

Michaela Morris, Decanter: 95

"Once again, Silvia Altare is marvellously off-trend. While a growing number of estates are experimenting with stem inclusion, she - with a team of 20 - hand destems each berry one by one ('unoperuno'). The hefty price tag reflects this painstaking effort. Intense aromas of rose, cherry and raspberry compote marry effortlessly with sweet spice oak inflections. The palate brings in smoky tea and cocoa, with tannins that are remarkably soft and silky for Nebbiolo, and acidity which is just as supple. Polished wood lends fine-grained texture. All very luxurious and disarming."

Antonio Galloni, Vinous: 97

"The 2021 Barolo Unoperuno is fabulous. Silky tannins and lifted, beautifully articulated aromatics give the 2021 tons of allure. Deep and yet also translucent, the 2021 is an absolute delight. It is one of the best editions of this wine I have tasted. Cedar, blood orange, new leather and rose petal add an exotic flair. Unoperuno is a rare Barolo made from hand-destemmed fruit. It remains among the most distinctive wines in all of Piedmont."