2010 luciano sandrone, barolo, aleste

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Why We're Buying

Luciano Sandrone Barolo Aleste is a tribute to Luciano's grandchildren: ALEssia and STEfano. This wine seeks to pass on his boldness, innovativeness, and sensibility to the next generation. The 100 nebbiolo earned international acclaim after its debut and currently retails north of $150 per bottle.

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Vinous

The 2016 Barolo Aleste is ample, creamy and expansive in feel. But more than that, the 2016 stands out for its freshness, persistence and brilliance. In so many vintages, the Aleste (formerly known as Cannubi Boschis) has been rich and powerful in feel, but in 2016, the wine is all about finesse. The red-fruited, floral purity of Nebbiolo comes through beautifully here; I especially admire the wine's translucence. Wow. 2024-2041

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

The Luciano Sandrone 2016 Barolo Aleste is a very special wine for several reasons. First, we get that exceedingly smooth and seamless quality that we saw in many of the other new releases in this portfolio. This trait sums up the house style. Second, this vintage delivers impeccable intensity that transcends the various fruit, spice, earthy and ethereal components of the bouquet. That equal intensity spread across all parts of the wine is what creates those beautiful transitions. The wine is layered and rich in terms of mouthfeel with a long, fruit and spice-driven finish. The tannins are tucked in at the back, surrounded amply by the wine's textural richness and fruit weight. 2024-2055