Barolo Aleste Sandrone 2020 (750ML)

100 Points, Luca Gardini, Gardini Notes: "South-east side of the hill of Cannubi, a great classic of Sandrone in its version of finesse and persistence. Marasca cherry on the nose, hints of nutmeg eucalyptus. The palate is juicy and dense, with fruity return and 100 sweet spices, rightly tannic, with balsamic tension." 02/24

96 Points, Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The Luciano Sandrone 2020 Barolo Aleste (with 10,000 bottles released) is layered with sweet earth and drunken cherry. It shows seamless integration and a crescendo of intensity that starts with ripe fruit and dovetails into oak elements, licorice, spice and balanced acidity. This wine is very beautiful in terms of mouthfeel, with length and complexity. Aleste is made with fruit from Cannubi Boschis in the village of Barolo. This is the full monty..." 04/24

97 Points, James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com: "Cherry and hibiscus aromas with hints of tar and dried flowers such as roses. Full-bodied and layered, with lots of juicy and rich fruit showing the warmth of the vintage, yet it’s framed with creamy and chewy tannins that give it form and intensity. A very serious and structured 2020..." 05/24

96 Points, Kerin O'Keefe, KerinO'Keefe.com: "Enticing scents of woodland berry, camphor and exotic brown spice mingle with a whiff of dog rose on the lovely 2020 Aleste from Sandrone. Structured and loaded with finesse, the savory palate features ripe red cherry, blood orange, star anise and a mineral note recalling rusty nail. It’s firm but elegant, with fine-grained tannins while fresh acidity keeps it impeccably balanced. Drink 2027–2032..." 01/24

95 Points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator: "This red shows breadth to its cherry, plum, tar, eucalyptus and sweet spice flavors, with an accent of licorice. Walks a tightrope between power and elegance, with a well-integrated structure, refined tannins and a racy, resonant finish. Best from 2028 through 2048..."

95 Points, Jeff Porter, The Wine Enthusiast: "This wine captivates as aromas of rose petals in oil and Maresca cherries, layered with incense notes lift from the glass. The palate is intense, dark, and rich, offering a mouthfilling experience of dark plums and an abundance of mixed sweet spices countered by dried bay leaf and black tea. The wine finishes with elegant tannins and lifted acidity. Drink Now - 2045..." 9/24

95 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: "The 2020 Barolo Aleste is a classy, elegant wine that will drink well right out of the gate. Black cherry, plum, mocha, licorice and dark spice resonate beautifully. Soft and succulent, with silky tannins, the 2020 Aleste is a total charmer..." 11/23