1985 Luciano Sandrone Barolo Cannubi Boschis
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Luciano Sandrone’s 1985 Barolo Cannubi Boschis blossoms on the palate with expressive aromatics and layers of fruit, both supported by silky tannins. An early masterpiece from Sandrone, the 1985 is peaking today. I don’t imagine it will improve much from here, but it is stunning right now.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Dark red. The 1985 shows a winemaker in the early stages of finding a voice and here we see a dramatic stylistic change. With its prominent sweet toasted oak and vanilla aromas, this Barolo clearly belongs to the modern school. The warm vintage no doubt contributes to this wine's notable concentration, sweetness, and expansiveness on the palate and today the 1985 comes across as more evolved than the sturdier 1982, though it is still quite fresh considering the vintage. Its best drinking is likely to be within the next 5-10 years.
Dark ruby. Sandrone's Cannubi Boschis is spiced on the nose, with suggestions of toasted oak, vanilla, and menthol. It is utterly irresistible, showing tremendous purity and vibrancy in its ripe sweet fruit, with superb length and a clean, fresh finish. A wine that marries modern tastes with classic structure, Sandrone's 1985 is a superb Barolo which has aged gracefully, but still has much prime drinking ahead of it.
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.