Asili Barbaresco DOCG 2014 - Michele Chiarlo

Why the winemaker recommends Barbaresco DOCG

Nebbiolo Barbaresco DOCG Asili 2014 by Michele Chiarlo. For those unfamiliar, Asili is a special Barbaresco DOCG designation. This denomination can only be used in the four municipalities of Barbaresco, Neive, Alba, and Treiso. This Asili is produced in a single hectare area. The wine produced may be young, but it already manages to be deeply enjoyable. It's one of those Piedmontese reds that you sip, put down the glass, and after a few seconds, pick it up again. Who knows in a few years? Decidedly balanced.

Characteristics of Nebbiolo Wine

Barbaresco DOCG Asili is a renowned Cru by Michele Chiarlo, the highest expression of his wines in this appellation. This bottle represents an almost perfect evolution: it stands out for its clean aroma, perfect harmony between flavor and aroma, balance, persistence, and harmony. Exceptionally stored, it fully deserves the maximum score.

Recommended pairings for this red wine

Michele Chiarlo's Nebbiolo Barbaresco DOCG Asili 2014 pairs well with game, red meats, vegetable-based first courses with lamb, pig's trotter in cabbage stew, meat chops, and donkey stew.

Uncork and decant one hour before serving at 16-18°C in a large balloon glass.

Cellar Michele Chiarlo is one of the historical founders of the Consorzio Grandi Vini, founders of the Accademia del Barolo and of being chosen to be part of the Istituto del Grandi Marchi quality Italian wine.

Awards

Vinous Score: 92/100

Wine Enthusiast Score: 91/100

James Suckling Score: 90/100