L. Sandrone Barolo Le Vigne 2010 Sibi et Paucis

Luciano Sandrone was a key figure of the “Barolo Boys,” the progressive group of winemakers that in the 80s and 90s where trying to modernize Barolo introducing strategies like shorter macerations and French oak. Trying to find a compromise between tannic structure and elegance. While some of his counterpart in this group decided for a more “modern” approach, Sandrone was to me that one the was able to find the middle ground between traditions and modern approachability. Unlike “Aleste”, which hails from a single cru, “Le Vigne” is Sandrone’s multi-vineyard expression, sourced from carefully selected sites across different Barolo villages—a nod to the traditional blending approach of historic Barolo. This wine is sourced in Serralunga d’Alba, Castiglione Falletto, and Barolo, three of the most import villages in Barolo. This wine displays a layer of depth that is remarkable at this price point. Aged for 24 months in 500L French Tonneaux, followed via extended bottle aging, Sandrone’s is able to make a wine that is beautiful now but can also age gracefully for long time. I always loved this dual function about this producer. A true classic and historic wine, perfect for those that are still not to experience with Barolos.