Sandrone Luciano
Barolo Le Vigne 2021
Other years:
2020| Denomination | DOCG Barolo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Malolactic fermentation and maturation in 500-litre French oak barrels; bottle ageing for 18 months. |
| Other years | 2020 |
- Appellation and grape: Barolo DOCG 2021 from Nebbiolo grapes, Piedmont
- Aromatic characteristics: hints of black fruits, rose and violet, with notes of cola and graphite
- Tasting profile: flavours of forest fruits, ripe and silky tannins, persistent and generous finish
- Vinification method: spontaneous fermentation, ageing in 500-litre oak barrels
- Serving instructions: decant for 1 hour; alcohol 14.5%, 750 ml format; rating 96-98 points
Description
What type of wine it is
Barolo Le Vigne by Sandrone is a red wine with the Controlled and Guaranteed Designation of Origin (DOCG) featuring a bright garnet red colour, obtained from the vinification of Nebbiolo grapes grown in the heart of Piedmont, with fermentation in steel and ageing in oak barrels. On the nose, it reveals lively aromas of black fruits, rose and violet, interwoven with elegant nuances of cola nut and graphite. On the palate, it is balanced and of great structure, offering clear aromas of forest fruits. The tasting is supported by mature and silky tannins, with a generous and exhilarating finish that confirms the remarkable elegance and stylistic consistency of the wine.
Where it comes from
This label by Luciano Sandrone stems from the historic Langhe custom of creating a blend of different parcels, combining grapes from the municipalities of Barolo, Castiglione Falletto, Monforte d’Alba, Novello and Serralunga d’Alba. The project involves the renowned vineyards of Vignane, Villero, Le Coste di Monforte, Merli and Baudana. Thanks to the diversity of exposures, altitudes and soil types, and by keeping the batches separate until the final composition, the wine expresses a complex and coherent profile, capable of delivering an authentic vision of the Barolo territory.
How it is produced
The production process involves spontaneous fermentation conducted by indigenous yeasts, accompanied by maceration in steel tanks. After completing malolactic fermentation, the wine continues its maturation process inside French oak barrels, where it consolidates its aromatic texture. Only then are the portions from the individual sites blended. The artisanal approach concludes with eighteen months of bottle ageing, resulting in a harmonious and absolutely precise sip.
History and curiosities
Barolo Le Vigne carries on the ancient art of blending grapes from multiple vineyards. At its inception, it combined the Vignane and Merli vineyards, expanding in 2010 with Baudana, in 2011 with Villero and in 2019 with Le Coste di Monforte. Following this historic custom of the Langhe, the grapes are kept separate until the blending stage. The wine is also one of the key figures in the ‘sibi et paucis’ project.
Awards
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2021
96/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2021
98/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
97/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2021
97/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2021
96/100
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Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1978
- Oenologist: Luca Sandrone
- Bottles produced: 120.000
- Hectares: 27
Since the first beginning of his story, Luciano Sandrone has always had a clear philosophy of quality in mind, which has always been fully shared with his wife Mariuccia, his brother Luca and his daughter Barbara. Year after year this philosophy has been refined. Read more
| Name | Sandrone Barolo Le Vigne 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red green still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Sandrone Luciano |
| Story | History and curiosities Barolo Le Vigne carries on the ancient art of blending grapes from multiple vineyards. At its inception, it combined the Vignane and Merli vineyards, expanding in 2010 with Baudana, in 2011 with Villero and in 2019 with Le Coste di Monforte. Following this historic custom of the Langhe, the grapes are kept separate until the blending stage. The wine is also one of the key figures in the ‘sibi et paucis’ project. |
| Origin | Vineyards in the municipalities of Barolo (Vignane), Castiglione Falletto (Villero), Monforte d'Alba (Le Coste di Monforte), Novello (Merli) and Serralunga d'Alba (Baudana), Piedmont, Italy |
| Harvest | From 8 to 13 October |
| Production technique | Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts; maceration and alcoholic fermentation in open stainless steel vats; malolactic fermentation and maturation in 500-litre French oak barrels; bottle ageing for 18 months. |
| Wine making | Spontaneous fermentation; maceration and alcoholic fermentation in open steel vats. Malolactic fermentation and ageing in 500-litre French oak barrels, followed by bottle ageing for 18 months. |
| Aging | Malolactic fermentation and maturation in 500-litre French oak barrels; bottle ageing for 18 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |