Luciano Sandrone Barolo Le Vigne DOCG 2019
Luciano Sandrone
Sandrone's Le Vigne blends fruit from four distinct vineyard sites across the Barolo zone, creating a wine that is both approachable and deeply layered. The 2019 vintage brings warmth and generosity while retaining the structural precision Barolo demands.
Kit Aromas
Nose
Dried rose petals and tar lead, with cherry compote and a hint of mint beneath. There is an earthy, truffle-like quality that speaks to Nebbiolo's ability to channel terroir, alongside faint cedar.
Palate
Medium-to-full bodied with fine-grained tannins and bright acidity. Cherry and berry fruit form the core, surrounded by notes of toasted spice, licorice, and a delicate florality. The structure is firm but not austere.
Finish
Long and persistent, with cherry, violet, and a chalky mineral note that lingers.
- Varietal
- Nebbiolo
- Blend
- 100% Nebbiolo
- Vineyards
- Merli (Novello), Villero (Castiglione Falletto), Vite Talin (Barolo), Baudana (Serralunga d'Alba)
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Organic / Biodynamic
- No
Food Pairing
The wine's tannin structure and bright cherry acidity cut through the richness of braised veal, while its earthy, floral complexity complements the saffron-infused risotto. A classic Piedmontese pairing.
Luciano Sandrone began making wine in his garage in Barolo in 1978, and his Le Vigne cuvée — a blend of four distinct vineyard sites — has become one of Piedmont's most respected expressions of Nebbiolo.
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