2020 Barolo Le Vigne
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Tasting notes
Clear, intense ruby garnet colour. Intense nose with notes of plum and wild raspberry, followed by some liquorice and cloves. Salty and juicy on the palate, showing fine cherry fruit up front, then opens up with grippy tannins, good drive on the finish.
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James Suckling
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More reviews and scores
The blackberry, spice and tar aromas are enticing and follow through to a full yet tight body that shows density and depth. The tannins are extremely well integrated and feel melted into the wine. Slightly bitter orange and mineral character at the end. Complex and curated.
The wine is a bold expression of dark macerated cherries, earthy undertones with the nuanced complexity of oolong tea and a medley of spices and hen of the wood mushrooms. The palate is marked by a dark, smoky character, dusted with spices, creating a big and commanding presence in the glass that showcases the depth and power of the wines but never goes too far, maintaining an elegant line throughout the glass. *Cellar Selection*
The 2020 Barolo Le Vigne shows off the flashier side of the estate, revealing generous aromas of oak spice, ripe red cherries, cocoa, and crushed flowers. Medium-bodied, it’s ripe and structured on the palate, with grippy tannins and a long finish. It deserves another couple of years in bottle to come into its own.
About the producer
Luciano Sandrone is a name synonymous with the highest standards of Barolo winemaking. Founded in 1978, this family-owned estate has become a modern icon, earning international acclaim for its meticulous wines and thoughtful, site-driven approach to Nebbiolo.