Michele Chiarlo Tortoniano, Barolo DOCG, Italy 2021 Rocca di Frassinello A brilliant example of terroir-driven

A brilliant example of terroir-driven winemaking from a rising star of the Cyclades

notes of village apothecary

The attack in the mouth is mellow

the winery’s founder

Hand-harvested fruit from the Pročno vineyard which is rich in opoka (marl)

Michele Chiarlo Tortoniano, Barolo DOCG, Italy 2021 Rocca di Frassinello A brilliant example of terroir-drivenRestrained, if not low key at the first impression, with small red fruit aromas and lots of licorice. Minty and tight. Medium to full bodied, it seems built to last, with firm, dusty tannins and crisp acidity allied to a fresh fruit profile. Still young. Try from 2027. 93 Pts James Suckling