Luciano Sandrone, Barolo Vite Talin 2014

The newest addition to the firm’s iconic offerings, this is the result of 25 years of Sandrone’s experiments with very old Nebbiolo vines. It’s an impressive combination of power and finesse, opening with aromas of smoke, woodland berry, camphor, wild herb, new leather and truffle. The chiseled palate boasts youthful tension, delivering juicy Marasca cherry, strawberry compote, tobacco and tangy mineral set against a backbone of youthfully austere but refined tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it impeccably balanced. Hold on to this one and you’ll be rewarded. Drink 2026–2056. Tasted by Kerin O’Keefe and published by Wine Enthusiast in October 2020.