96 points Wine & Spirits: "Vittore Alessandria's 2017 Monvigliero is poised and elegant, its red-cherry and strawberry flavors wrapped around a core of chalky tannins that seem to exude brightness and energy. The finesse continues in the wine's scents of rose petal and lilac, and the subtle notes of white pepper that enliven the red-fruit tones. Alessandria ferments all of his Barolos on ambient yeasts and ages them in large Slavonian casks, allowing each site to clearly express its terroir. (Dec 2021)"
96 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "[$115 list] The 2017 Barolo Monvigliero marries the raciness of the year with the floral lift and elegance of this great Verduno site. More than anything, the 2017 is a Barolo of pure and total sensuality. Even so, there is more than enough tannin to allow the 2017 to drink well for many years to come. It is very clearly one of the wines of the vintage. The rich, substantial finish is a thing of real beauty. Drink: 2025-2042. (Feb 2021)"
95+ points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "[$115 list] Here is the most representative wine by Fratelli Alessandria. It has been in production since 1978, making it the oldest expression of this popular cru. The 2017 Barolo Monvigliero draws its fruit from the village of Verduno where this historic winery makes its home. Like most of these samples, I opened the bottle with generous lead time, and the wine opened beautifully, albeit slowly, as a result. This bodes well for the aging potential of this bottle. It shows delicate aromas of wild berry and rose, and there is an underlying mineral note that appears with delicate intensity in this vintage. This 2017 expression is, however, less floral and peppery than we have seen in the cooler vintages, and the alcohol content is stronger at 15%. Some 7,000 bottles were produced. Drink: 2024-2040. (Jun 2021)"
95 points Wine Enthusiast: "Enticing aromas of wild red berries, iris, pipe tobacco and camphor shape the alluring nose. Full-bodied but with an almost weightless elegance, the palate delivers raspberry compote, blood orange, star anise and mineral notes suggesting tangy oyster shell alongside fine-grained tannins. You'd never guess the hefty alcohol content thanks to the great fruit, freshness and balance. Drink 2027–2032. (Oct 2021)"
93 points James Suckling: "Spicy cherry aromas and flavors with some citrus rind and mild tobacco. Medium-to full-bodied with intense flavor, fine and firm tannins and a tangy, orange-marmalade tinge to the finish. The tannins will need at least two years to soften. Try in 2023. (7/2/21)"
96 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "[$115 list] The 2017 Barolo Monvigliero marries the raciness of the year with the floral lift and elegance of this great Verduno site. More than anything, the 2017 is a Barolo of pure and total sensuality. Even so, there is more than enough tannin to allow the 2017 to drink well for many years to come. It is very clearly one of the wines of the vintage. The rich, substantial finish is a thing of real beauty. Drink: 2025-2042. (Feb 2021)"
95+ points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "[$115 list] Here is the most representative wine by Fratelli Alessandria. It has been in production since 1978, making it the oldest expression of this popular cru. The 2017 Barolo Monvigliero draws its fruit from the village of Verduno where this historic winery makes its home. Like most of these samples, I opened the bottle with generous lead time, and the wine opened beautifully, albeit slowly, as a result. This bodes well for the aging potential of this bottle. It shows delicate aromas of wild berry and rose, and there is an underlying mineral note that appears with delicate intensity in this vintage. This 2017 expression is, however, less floral and peppery than we have seen in the cooler vintages, and the alcohol content is stronger at 15%. Some 7,000 bottles were produced. Drink: 2024-2040. (Jun 2021)"
95 points Wine Enthusiast: "Enticing aromas of wild red berries, iris, pipe tobacco and camphor shape the alluring nose. Full-bodied but with an almost weightless elegance, the palate delivers raspberry compote, blood orange, star anise and mineral notes suggesting tangy oyster shell alongside fine-grained tannins. You'd never guess the hefty alcohol content thanks to the great fruit, freshness and balance. Drink 2027–2032. (Oct 2021)"
93 points James Suckling: "Spicy cherry aromas and flavors with some citrus rind and mild tobacco. Medium-to full-bodied with intense flavor, fine and firm tannins and a tangy, orange-marmalade tinge to the finish. The tannins will need at least two years to soften. Try in 2023. (7/2/21)"
| Product SKU | 340872 |
| Producer | Fratelli Alessandria |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| SubRegion | Barolo DOCG |
| Varietal | Nebbiolo |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 15.0% |
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