The winery
Elio Altare
An estate in La Morra (Langhe) known for its Barolo: modern style and a focus on vineyard care using natural practices.
- Piemonte · Italia
- 5 products
The story
The Altare family, originally from Dogliani, moved to La Morra in the years following 1948. Elio Altare introduced radical changes after experiences abroad, shifting the family estate toward more modern cellar techniques and a style of Barolo recognized internationally. Today the estate remains family-run, with the daughters involved in its operations.
Production philosophy
Production oriented toward naturalness: vineyards managed without the systematic use of chemicals, fertilized with manure, fermentations with indigenous yeasts, natural malolactic fermentation, limited use of sulfites and no fining or filtration. Not declared biodynamic, but traditional methods are preferred and there is respect for the landscape and for staff health.
Terroir and vineyards
La Morra, in the Langhe area of Piedmont; vineyards in historic crus used for the various Barolo labels and other local wines such as Langhe Nebbiolo, Barbera and Dolcetto.
Awards and recognition
Elio Altare's wines have received very high scores from critics and industry publications.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Barbera
- Dolcetto
- Hectares
- 10.0
- Bottles per year
- 70000
What makes it distinctive
- Historic producer associated with the movement that modernised Barolo.
- Barolo lineup by cru: Cannubi, Brunate, Unoperuno and reserves.
- Vineyard and cellar practices focused on natural winemaking.
- Family-run winery with the daughters involved in management.
