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Luciano Sandrone, Barolo Cannubi Boschis 2000
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Description
Luciano Sandrone, Barolo, Cannubi Boschis, Piedmont, Red, 2009
Tasting notes
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
The 2000 Barolo Cannubi Boschis shows early signs of maturity in its autumn leaves, leather and spices. There is an attractive silkiness to the fruit, but ultimately the 2000 comes across as a bit two-dimensional, especially in context with some of the truly great vintages. The wine does freshen up a touch in the glass, not enough to make a material difference. Ideally the 2000 is best enjoyed over the next few years. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2018. I can still remember tasting Luciano Sandrone’s 2000 Baroli when they were young. The wines were unusually soft, seamless and pleasurable. Today Sandrone’s 2000s are more advanced than I had hoped or expected, which is somewhat of a disappointment as I own bottles of the 2000 Cannubi Boschis. I also own bottles of older vintages going back to 1988, and it is pretty clear the 2000 falls short of the standard this winery established in its truly great vintages, both before and after.
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
2000 Sandrone Barolo Cannubi Boschis—Rich ruby. The dense 2000 Cannubi Boschis offers aromas of toasted oak, minerals and stewed fruits with a very rich palate of dark fruit a very long finish. With some air, it is hard to resist now. 92 points/drink now-, 12/04 Few winemakers offer the kind of thorough insight into the wines as Luciano Sandrone does. Time spent in Sandrone’s cellar is always a fascinating and educational experience. Over the years, Sandrone has led the way in making modern, accessible wines through a strong commitment to low yields, which are typically half or slightly less than half of the legally allowed limits. “I am really excited about 2004. We green harvested three times and still had excellent quality and quantity. I think 2004 may turn out to be the best vintage in the last ten years,” says Sandrone.
Reviewed by: Daniel Thomases
The 2000 Barolo Cannubi Boschis is very much a wine of its vintage, broad and soft in character with melting tannins, but with a freshness of aroma which distinguishes it from many others. Drink: 2005-2017. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411
Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
The 2000 is characteristic of the vintage, with a huge nose of over-ripe, almost stewed fruits. It is richer, rounder and softer than either the 1999 or 2001, displaying generous amounts of sweet, dark fruit with a lingering balsamic note on the finish. This doesn’t quite have the freshness or complexity of the very best vintages, but it will offer irresistible drinking today and for at least another 15 years. 93 points/drink now-
About the Producer
Luciano Sandrone is an acclaimed Italian winemaker based in the Piedmont region of Italy. He is the founder and owner of the Luciano Sandrone winery, which he established in 1978. Sandrone is known for his skillful blending of traditional and modern winemaking techniques to produce wines that are both elegant and powerful. He primarily works with the Nebbiolo grape, which is the main varietal used in the production of Barolo, one of Italy's most celebrated wines. The winery produces several different wines, including the flagship wine, Barolo Cannubi Boschis, which is made from grapes grown in the prestigious Cannubi vineyard. Sandrone also produces a Barbera d'Alba, a Dolcetto d'Alba, and a Langhe Nebbiolo. Sandrone's wines are highly sought after by wine enthusiasts and collectors around the world and have received numerous accolades from wine critics. He is considered one of the most influential winemakers in Piedmont and has played a significant role in elevating the quality and reputation of the region's wines.
