95 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "[$85 list] Rich, bold and effusive, the 2017 Barolo San Lorenzo di Verduno shows the darker side of Nebbiolo from Verduno, as it always does. Black cherry, gravel, licorice, game, spice and cured meats are some of the many aromas and flavors that develop in the glass. Broad and ample, with tons of punch, the 2017 San Lorenzo delivers the goods, and then some. Drink: 2025-2042. (Feb 2021)"
94 points Wine & Spirits: "This wine is all curves and round edges, its suave texture flowing with flavors of dark cherry and plum. Rich and mouthfilling, accented by notes of licorice and white pepper, it takes on savory tones toward the long, harmonious finish. (Dec 2021)"
94 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "[$85 list] A release of 5,000 bottles, the 2017 Barolo San Lorenzo di Verduno is one of the historic, battle-ready wines from Fratelli Alessandria. It has been made since their first vintage in 1997. Opening to a medium dark garnet color, the San Lorenzo di Verduno offers more substance and richness compared to the other wines in this estate portfolio. It offers quite a bit of textural richness and momentum, and the perfumes of the bouquet are also a little more pronounced as a result. This is a sturdy, rock solid wine to pair with important meat dishes, either stewed or roasted. The wine will be released in the fall 2021. Drink: 2024-2040. (Jun 2021)"
94 points James Suckling: "Ripe red fruit with tinges of walnuts and cardamom-like spice. Full-bodied with intense fruit driving through the firm tannin wall and appearing on the other side in a long, fresh finish. This will even out with time and become very fine indeed. Be patient. Drink from 2024 onwards. (7/2/21)"
94 points Wine Enthusiast: "Enveloping and delicious, this has aromas evoking cedar, camphor, pipe tobacco and forest floor. Full-bodied and savory, the palate offers mature Marasca cherry, licorice and a hint of toasted hazelnut alongside tightly knit, fine-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2025–2032. (Jul 2021)"
94 points Wine & Spirits: "This wine is all curves and round edges, its suave texture flowing with flavors of dark cherry and plum. Rich and mouthfilling, accented by notes of licorice and white pepper, it takes on savory tones toward the long, harmonious finish. (Dec 2021)"
94 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "[$85 list] A release of 5,000 bottles, the 2017 Barolo San Lorenzo di Verduno is one of the historic, battle-ready wines from Fratelli Alessandria. It has been made since their first vintage in 1997. Opening to a medium dark garnet color, the San Lorenzo di Verduno offers more substance and richness compared to the other wines in this estate portfolio. It offers quite a bit of textural richness and momentum, and the perfumes of the bouquet are also a little more pronounced as a result. This is a sturdy, rock solid wine to pair with important meat dishes, either stewed or roasted. The wine will be released in the fall 2021. Drink: 2024-2040. (Jun 2021)"
94 points James Suckling: "Ripe red fruit with tinges of walnuts and cardamom-like spice. Full-bodied with intense fruit driving through the firm tannin wall and appearing on the other side in a long, fresh finish. This will even out with time and become very fine indeed. Be patient. Drink from 2024 onwards. (7/2/21)"
94 points Wine Enthusiast: "Enveloping and delicious, this has aromas evoking cedar, camphor, pipe tobacco and forest floor. Full-bodied and savory, the palate offers mature Marasca cherry, licorice and a hint of toasted hazelnut alongside tightly knit, fine-grained tannins. You'll also notice the warmth of alcohol on the close. Drink 2025–2032. (Jul 2021)"
| Product SKU | 340870 |
| Producer | Fratelli Alessandria |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| SubRegion | Barolo DOCG |
| Varietal | Nebbiolo |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 14.0-16.5% |
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