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Fratelli Alessandria, Barolo Monvigliero 2015
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Description
Monvigliero hill is historically recognised as the “grand cru” of Verduno and one of the most representative of the entire Barolo area. Our vineyard is over 35 years old and is situated at an altitude of about 320 metres, facing south. It produces an austere but elegant wine, distinguished by aromatic complexity and depth of flavour.
Tasting notes
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
The 2015 Barolo Monvigliero is the most complete of the Barolos in this range. Suave and polished (for a young Barolo), the 2015 offers a good bit of early appeal, as all these wines do. Sweet tobacco, dried cherry, mint, crushed flowers and orange zest add layers of nuance to this pretty, expressive Barolo from Fratelli Alessandria.
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
The 2015 Barolo Monvigliero is a wine of pure class, not to mention considerable potential. Bright floral notes and chiseled fruit make a strong first impression. There is a good bit of tannin lurking beneath, but the richness of the fruit gives the 2015 a decidedly gentle, inviting feel.
Reviewed by: Monica Larner
Monvigliero in the Verduno township is quickly becoming one of the most celebrated and talked about crus in Barolo. The Fratelli Alessandria estate was among the first to understand its potential, and indeed, this wine was first released in 1978. Fast forward to today and you will find that the 2015 Barolo Monvigliero is an absolutely classic interpretation that stays faithful to past incarnations. The wine offers pretty berry aromas intermingled with spice, licorice and crushed stone. A floral aroma of red rose also appears. The tannins are solid and will require extra years of bottle aging.
Reviewed by: James Suckling
Attractive dried-rose and potpourri aromas with sweet, dried strawberry notes. This is really charming. The palate has a very bright red-fruit spark on entry that builds into a chalky bend of tannin that holds the finish long and fresh. Elegant and approachable now, this is a great expression of Verduno that will age very well. Best from 2022.
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
The 2015 Barolo Monvigliero is a wine of pure class, not to mention considerable potential. Bright floral notes and chiseled fruit make a strong first impression. There is a good bit of tannin lurking beneath, but the richness of the fruit gives the 2015 a decidedly gentle, inviting feel.
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.
