2018 Luciano Sandrone Barolo Vite Talin

98 POINTS

Falstaff

Rich ruby colour with a fine garnet sheen. Interwoven nose, nuances of fine tea, some incense, then lots of raspberry, some graphite and liquorice, earthy notes dominate. Full-bodied and with great density on the palate, multi-layered tannins, grippy but also with necessary finesse, spans widely, very long finish, balsamic.

96 POINTS

Monica Larner - Robert Parker Wine Advocate

This has been such an exciting addition to the Luciano Sandrone portfolio. The 2018 Barolo Vite Talin is a bigger-styled Barolo with dark fruit, ample oak shadings and generous concentration. Overall, it is a wine of considerable fruit weight, and that richness is reflected in the grippy nature of the young tannins and the very plump and primary nature of the fruit. There is a note of dried Mediterranean herb, or something like a dried chili husk. You need time to tame that bossy tannin. Production is limited to 2,500 bottles.

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Antonio Galloni MW - Vinous

The 2018 Barolo Vite Talin is a sexy, opulent Barolo. Although the 2018 does not quite have the pedigree of the best years, it comes pretty close. Succulent dark fruit, clove, gravel, mocha and incense are all front and center. This dense yet mid-weight Barolo will drink well with minimal cellaring.