At a glance

Producer

Domenico Clerico

Region

Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety

Nebbiolo

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$70-$110

Tasting profile

Ripe cherry, dried rose petal, cedar, tar, and earth notes with fresh red berry fruit and firm tannins.

Evolution: Fruit and floral notes will deepen, with tertiary aromas of leather, truffle, and forest floor emerging over 10+ years.

At peak: Complex layers of fruit, savory earth, and floral nuances integrated with softened tannins and vibrant acidity.

Structure

Acidity

High, supporting long aging and freshness

Tannins

Firm and gripping, typical of Nebbiolo from Barolo

Alcohol

14-14.5%

Aging potential

20-30+ years from vintage with proper cellaring

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2040

Optimal window

2023 to 2043

Current status

Approaching early maturity, gaining complexity

Current condition

Structured tannins still developing, youthful acidity, vibrant fruit

2015 is an excellent vintage in Barolo that produced wines with high tannin and acidity structure, enabling decades of aging. Percristina vineyard is known for concentration and power, so this wine’s drinking window spans 20-30 years, peaking about 13-20 years after vintage when tannins integrate fully.

Food pairing

Braised meats, roasted game, mushroom risotto, aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Serving

Serving temperature

18°C / 64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften tannins and allow aromatics to open fully.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Use of integrated pest management, minimal chemical intervention, water conservation practices, and energy efficient winery operations.

Domenico Clerico is recognized for careful vineyard management that minimizes environmental impact, but lacks formal organic or biodynamic certification. Their commitment to sustainability includes resource conservation and reduced chemical usage. Carbon footprint moderated by predominantly regional distribution, though some international shipments add to impact.