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Fratelli Alessandria, Barolo Monvigliero, 2013

Red Wine from Piedmont, Italy
by Fratelli Alessandria
$159.99
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Monvigliero, Verduno's most prestigious cru, from a 2013 vintage prized for classic structure and floral lift. Alessandria is one of the two great references for this perfumed hillside alongside Burlotto, making wine of clarity and poise that's transparent to its site. 2013 brought firmer structure than the gentle 2012, so this rewards a decant and still has aging upside even now. Traditional Nebbiolo with Verduno's signature satin elegance, just entering its mature stride. A must-have for serious collectors who love the site.

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Antonio Galloni

96 points

"Alessandria's 2013 Barolo Monvigliero is a deep, sensual wine. Striking Monvigliero aromatics make a strong first impression in the classy, impeccably balanced Barolo. Pliant and deep in texture, with plenty of structure, the 2013 appears to be headed into a period of slumber from which it is not likely to awaken any time soon. Readers will have to be patient, but Alessandria's 2013 Monvigliero is a super-classic Barolo in the making." —Antonio Galloni

Robert Parker

95 points

"The 2013 Barolo Monvigliero opens to a glowing garnet color with bright ruby highlights (that will slowly fade and diminish as the wine continues its evolution). The bouquet is fresh and tonic with wild blueberry, lavender, violet and orange zest. You get many of those ethereal and elegant nuances so often associated with the versatile Nebbiolo grape. Keep this beautiful wine for the next 20 years or so." —Monica Larner

Jancis Robinson

17 points

"Maturing mid ruby with orange tinges. A little candied but no doubt because it is a tank sample. Fragrant, fine and elegant leafy cherry-fruit palate. Lovely succulence and transparency and with a fine, tannic spine. Something for burgundy lovers." —Walter Speller

Decanter

96 points

"Fratelli Alessandria's 1.4 hectares of this exceptional Verduno cru are positioned in a south facing amphitheatre. As with all of their Baroli, the Monvigliero is fermented with 20% whole berry fruit and aged for three years in Slavonian oak casks. Exotic spice, delicate lavender and lilac rise seductively from the glass. On the palate, wild strawberry and an underlying orange oil character marry seamlessly with long, fine tannins. Beyond the sheer finesse, there is sneaky density and persistence."

Wine Spectator

92 points

"A broad red, less expressive than its peers at this stage, offering latent cherry, plum and underbrush aromas and flavors. Mouthcoating tannins dominate the finish, but this stays balanced."

Kerin O'Keefe

95 points

"New leather, rose, violet, menthol and dark spice aromas set the tone on this luminous red. It’s more about finesse than muscle, delivering tight layers of juicy red cherry, crushed raspberry, mint and white pepper while tightly-knit, ultra-refined tannins provide the taut framework. Bright acidity gives it intensity while a mineral note further lifts the finish. Give it time to soften and fully develop. Drink 2023–2043." —Kerin O'Keefe

More about Fratelli Alessandria

Verduno's hidden gem. The Alessandria family has been making wine since 1830 (the name comes from a marriage, back when the place was called Fratelli Dabbene). Thirty acres of Nebbiolo, Dolcetto, Barbera—classic Piedmont stuff done with real family care. Gian Battista, Flavia, Alessandro, and son Vittore together.

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Perfect Pairings

Brasato al Barolo, truffle tajarin, braised game, aged hard cheeses.

Tasting Profile

Classic Nebbiolo: rose, red cherry, tar and licorice, firm tannins beginning to resolve, high acidity, a long savory finish. Maturing; decant for best results.

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