Michele Chiarlo’s Barbaresco Asili 2018 is a wine that captures the aristocratic finesse of the Nebbiolo grape, drawn from the historic and iconic Asili cru in Barbaresco. If Barbaresco Palas represents the more approachable side of Nebbiolo, Asili stands at the top of the pyramid—offering depth, complexity, and impressive aging potential. The outstanding 2018 vintage has earned 95 points from James Suckling, 94 points from Wine Enthusiast, and 93 points from Wine Spectator.
The story behind the name Michele Chiarlo is just as compelling. Since founding his winery in Calamandrana in 1956, Michele has been committed to showcasing the character of Piemonte’s native varieties and its unique microclimates. He was among the first to champion single-varietal wines, focusing on Nebbiolo, Barbera, and Cortese. Today, his sons Stefano and Alberto, along with the next generation, continue the legacy with the same passion—tending the family’s vineyards and crafting wines that authentically express their origin.
The terroir of Asili is defined by limestone-rich soils with high levels of magnesium and calcium, lending elegance and depth to the wines. Asili is widely considered one of Barbaresco’s finest crus, known for wines that overflow with finesse and aromatic intensity. For the 2018 Barbaresco Asili Michele Chiarlo they source grapes from vineyards at 250 meters elevation. The wine ferments in large oak casks and matures there for 18 months, followed by an additional 12 months of bottle aging.
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