The 2009 Langhe Arborina (Nebbiolo) jumps from the glass with freshly cut flowers red berries and mint. This energetic impeccable wine boasts incredible class and sheer elegance. It is a gorgeous wine full of energy and polish. Here too it is evident Nebbiolo did better than Barbera in 2009. The oak needs time to settle and the overtness of the fruit needs to melt away a bit before the 2009 enters its early peak of maturity. This is a great showing from Altare. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2029. -Antonio Galloni