Michele Chiarlo - Barolo Tortoniano 2020

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Producer	Michele Chiarlo
Country	Italy
Region	Piedmont
Varietal	Nebbiolo
Vintage	2020
Sku	29354
Size	750ml

 

“The 2020 vintage began as a mild winter with little rainfall, especially snowy ones. The first part of spring was dry and sunny (March and April) suggesting an early vintage. But this forecast was proven wrong: May and June have been particularly rainy, slowing down vegetative development. Such conditions also allowed for the accumulation of water reserve for the summer season, which has not been excessively hot and dry. What sets this vintage apart is the ideal climate during the most crucial stage: September was mild and dry, allowing the grapes to grow healthily and reach perfect ripeness. 2020 has generally been an abundant year in terms of production, but thanks to the thinning operations now usually carried out in late August, the quantity harvested went back to standard levels, further elevating fruit quality. Mid-August to late September experienced sunny days and excellent diurnal temperature variations, which are typical conditions for “outstanding vintages” as they allow for the slow but steady maturation of tannins.” Stefano Chiarlo, winemaker