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Fratelli Alessandria, Barolo Gramolere 2018
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Description
Gramolere is a cru in the municipality of Monforte d’Alba, situated between Gavarini and Bussia. Its structure and character are considered synonymous with the Barolo of Monforte. Alongside these characteristics, the wine from this particular hillside expresses delicate scents of aromatic herbs that blend with classic and complex notes of leather and liquorice.
Tasting notes
Reviewed by: Monica Larner
With fruit from Monforte d'Alba, the 2018 Barolo Gramolere is linear and tight with etched aromas of crisp forest berry, iron ore, blood orange, blue violet and crushed stone. The wine is bright and expressive with time in the glass, but it takes a while to open fully. The tannins are firm but integrated. It should be interesting to retaste this Barolo after the 10-year mark.
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
The 2018 Barolo Gramolere is another gorgeous wine from Alessandria. It has the same translucent character I saw from barrel. The tannins remain a bit edgy, perhaps because of what appears to be a bit less fruit depth. Savory, floral and mineral notes abound in this mid-weight, classically built Barolo from Fratelli Alessandria.
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
The 2018 Barolo Gramolere is the most engaging of the 2018 Barolos here. It shows a level of translucence that is missing from the other wines, most likely because of recent racking. Dark spice, menthol, plum and gravel lend quite a bit of nuance to this ample, expansive Barolo. The 2018 is beautifully done and also quite promising,
Reviewed by: James Suckling
Red berries and brazil nuts on the nose and palate. Just medium-bodied with a fluid center-palate and some firmness to the finish. Rather simple now, but may acquire more depth with a little bottle age. Try from 2023.
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
The 2018 Barolo Gramolere is the most engaging of the 2018 Barolos here. It shows a level of translucence that is missing from the other wines, most likely because of recent racking. Dark spice, menthol, plum and gravel lend quite a bit of nuance to this ample, expansive Barolo. The 2018 is beautifully done and also quite promising,
About the Producer
Fratelli Alessandria is a leading wine producer in the Piedmont region of Italy. This winery was founded in 1870 and is located in the Borgonovo region of the Langhe Mountains. Fratelli Alessandria is owned and managed by the Alessandria family. They have inherited many generations of winemaking skills and a love of fine wine. The aim of the winery is to produce high quality wines that represent the characteristics of the Piedmont region. The winery mainly grows local specialty grape varieties such as Nebbiolo, Barbaresco and Barolo. These grape varieties are fully developed in the soil and climate of the Lange Mountains and produce excellent wines. The wines of Fratelli Alessandria are dominated by red wines, the most famous of which are its Barbaresco and Barolo wines. These wines embody the essence of the wines of the Piedmont region, with complex flavors and solid structure. They show intense fruit aromas, rich taste and long aging potential. Fratelli Alessandria focuses on traditional winemaking methods, while also constantly trying to innovate. They use modern technology and equipment in the brewing process to ensure the stability of the quality of the wine. The winery also pays great attention to detail and individual work, from the selection and harvesting of the grapes to all winemaking steps, they are treated with excellence. This heart and attention makes the wines of Fratelli Alessandria stand out in terms of quality.
