Luciano Sandrone's 2021 Barolo opens with violets and graphite. Austere and complex, the kind of wine that unfolds over the glass rather than jumping at you. Firm, velvety tannins and a juicy mid-palate anchor what is, simply, a serious Nebbiolo from serious hands.
Winemaker Notes
#91 James Suckling Top 100 Wines of the World 2025
Tasting Notes
This is an austere wine that’s complex and multilayered, with aromas of fresh red currants, red cherries, violets and a hint of licorice. Graphite dominates the flavors, with a full body, firm velvety tannins and long, juicy, energetic and perfectly woven acidity. Polished, elegant finish. Drinkable now, but best from 2026.