The Luciano Sandrone Barolo Le Vigne 2017 is a beautifully crafted, multi-vineyard Barolo that exemplifies the producer’s meticulous approach to blending and balance. Sourced from several top sites across the Barolo region, including Baudana in Serralunga d’Alba, Villero in Castiglione Falletto, Vignane in Barolo, and Merli in Novello, this wine benefits from the diverse terroirs that contribute to its complexity and depth. The 2017 vintage was marked by warm conditions, resulting in a Barolo with ripe, expressive fruit while still maintaining the elegance and structure that define Sandrone’s style. The nose is perfumed and inviting, offering aromas of ripe red cherry, wild raspberry, and plum, layered with dried rose petals, anise, and hints of tobacco and spice.
On the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet refined, with silky but firm tannins providing excellent structure. Flavours of dark red berries, blood orange, and earthy truffle emerge, supported by a core of fresh acidity that gives the wine lift and vibrancy despite the warmth of the vintage. Subtle notes of licorice, balsamic, and mineral undertones add further complexity, leading to a long, persistent finish with excellent balance. While already expressive, the 2017 Le Vigne has the ability to evolve gracefully over the next 15 to 20 years, softening its tannins and developing more tertiary notes. This Barolo pairs beautifully with braised meats, truffle dishes, and aged cheeses, making it a sophisticated and collectible wine for those who appreciate the depth of Sandrone’s winemaking.
