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AI ResearchedThe Terre del Barolo 2021 Barolo is a 100% Nebbiolo DOCG wine from the heart of Piedmont, produced by one of the region's most historic and respected cooperative wineries. The 2021 vintage is widely regarded as a benchmark year, delivering striking character, ripe fruit, and formidable structure with impressive aging potential. As a cooperative bottling representing growers across all eleven Barolo villages, it offers authentic Langhe terroir at an accessible price point.
Cantina Terre del Barolo
Founded in 1958 by Arnaldo Rivera — a teacher and charismatic mayor of Castiglione Falletto — Terre del Barolo is one of Piedmont's most historic cooperative wineries, uniting approximately 400 winegrowers who collectively cultivate around 650 hectares across all eleven Barolo villages. In 2017, the cooperative underwent a major renovation introducing micro-fermenters and French oak barrels to elevate quality under the 'Arnaldo Rivera' premium label.
Blend
100% Nebbiolo
Tasting Profile
Typical expressions show rose petal, underbrush, and a hint of nutmeg on the nose, with a fresh, linear palate of cranberry, red cherry, and white pepper alongside solid tannins that benefit from a few years of cellaring. The wine is characterized by the classic Barolo combination of elegance and firm structure.
Region
Barolo DOCG is produced in the Langhe hills of Piedmont in northwest Italy, made exclusively from Nebbiolo — a thick-skinned, late-ripening grape that thrives on calcareous marl soils and south-facing hillsides. Often called the 'King of Italian wines,' Barolo is renowned for its power, tannic grip, and exceptional longevity.
Price Context
Typically retails around $30–$40 USD per bottle for the entry-level Barolo, representing strong value for a DOCG Barolo from this appellation.
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