The Estate

Barale Fratelli traces its roots all the way back to 1870 when Barolo wine had just appeared on the scene in the Langhe, promoted by the Marchesi Falletti and Camillo Benso, Count of Cavour. Francesco Barale, great-grandfather of the current owner, was among the pioneers in the production of this blessed wine. Today Sergio Barale and daughters Eleonora and Gloria carry on the centuries old family tradition. The estate owns around 20 hectares of vineyards, from Barolo to Barbaresco. The vinification and aging processes adopted are aimed at producing balanced wines in which the characteristics of the grape variety and region of origin prevail.

The vineyards are the inexhaustible source of the quality found in the Barale wines. All the vineyards have been planted by choosing the most suitable sites to the needs of the various varieties and respecting the geological morphology of the hills. The optimal vineyard positions lend a strong territorial identity to the wines produced. The Barolo is expressed in an elegant and ethereal way thanks to historic vineyards in the towns of Barolo, Castellero and Cannubi, while in the Bussia area in Monforte d’Alba more structure develops.

Viticulture and Vinification

Spontaneous undergrowth of the rows, fertilizing with natural manure, manual weeding, and the exclusive use of copper and sulfur treatment products, are just some of the vineyard management practices carried out here in order to safeguard the indigenous flora and fauna in the vineyards, keeping the soil naturally fertile. The wines are made in the traditional manner, with long macerations and ageing in large old barrels.

Wines Produced

LANGHE NEBBIOLO

BARBERA D’ALBA CASTLè

DOLCETTO D’ALBA LE ROSE

BARBERA D’ALBA LA PREDA

BAROLO VENDEMMIA

BAROLO BUSSIA

BAROLO CANNUBI

BAROLO CASTELLERO

BARBARESCO SERRABOELLA

Critical Praise

“Today, under the guidance of Eleonora Barale and winemaker Stefano Dellapiana, the wines, the Barolos in particular are fabulous. Readers in search of fine, traditionally-made Barolos that won't break the bank will want to check out Barale immediately.”

Antonio Galloni, Vinous.com

GENERAL INFORMATION

Country:  Italy

Region:  Piedmont

Appellation:  Barolo

Founded:  1870

Annual Production: 5,000 cases

Farming: Organic and practicing biodynamic