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Luciano Sandrone, Valmaggiore Nebbiolo d’Alba 2022
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Reviewed by: Antonio Galloni
The 2022 Nebbiolo d'Alba Valmaggiore is quite the surprise, given the challenging conditions of the year. Sweet red cherry fruit, kirsch, mint, dried flowers, orange peel and cinnamon build effortlessly in the glass. Soft, silky contours wrap it all together in style. This is impeccably done.
Reviewed by: James Suckling
Very restrained on the nose, with licorice, smoky woodland and dried and ripe cherries. Firm tannins, a bit dusty on the mid-palate and austere on the finish, with refreshing acidity, a medium body and good fruit concentration. 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.
