News 2012
Jancis Robinson reviews 2009 Valmaggiore
 2012-04-18
Thanks to Jancis Robinson for her review of our 2009 Valmaggiore Nebbiolo d'Alba. While we wish we had gotten a better write-up, we always accept...
2012-04-18
Thanks to Jancis Robinson for her review of our 2009 Valmaggiore Nebbiolo d'Alba. While we wish we had gotten a better write-up, we always accept honest criticism, whether positive or negative.
"High acid, firm tannins, austere, almost skeletal character. Plenty of tar - lacking the roses. A toughie. (RH)" 17/20
We are happy the the overall quality of the wine was confirmed with the very good score of 17. Give it a few years to settle and we believe it will be lovely.
The full review on the website can be found here (subscription required).
Antonio Galloni praises Sandrone in La Stampa interview
 2012-04-02
Wine Advocate critic for Italy Antonio Galloni was intervied by La Stampa on the occasion of VinItaly 2012 and singled out a few Piedmontese...
2012-04-02
Wine Advocate critic for Italy Antonio Galloni was intervied by La Stampa on the occasion of VinItaly 2012 and singled out a few Piedmontese producers by name for praise. We are very honored to be included in this group! A translation of an excerpt of the interview:
La Stampa: You awarded the 2004 Giacomo Conterno Monfortino the maximum points possible: can we also talk about established and historic producers that are not qualitatively declining, but rather continue to improve?
Antonio Galloni: Let’s remember that Roberto Conterno is one of Italy’s most intelligent producers. He learned to give his wines fineness and elegance from his father and to maintain a style that is unquestionably Piedmontese. The stress of managing such an important estate must be considerable, but the results speak for themselves. I am also very pleased by the rebirth of the Cantina Bartolo Mascarello. Under the guidance of Maria-Theresa Mascarello, this producer, so beloved of collectors and fans alike, is making the best wines of its storied history. I am also happy to see the acknowledgement of producers such as Giuseppe Rinaldi and Giuseppe Mascarello, who were ignored for years in the Italian wine press while being sought out by collectors. I cannot fail to mention Luciano Sandrone and Angelo Gaja, whose wines blew away a room full of New York collectors recently (with the 1997 Cannubi Boschis and the 1997 Sperss, respectively, served after 1986 Margaux and 2000 Cheval Blanc). Sandrone and Gaja together show us that Italian wines have nothing to fear (from their French competitors). Many thanks to Antonio for his support! pdf of the full article below (in Italian).
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Wine Spectator: 94 points for both 2007 Barolo
 2012-03-29
We're very pleased with the recent publication of the Wine Spectator that gave 94 points to both our Barolo for the 2007 vintage. As always, many...
2012-03-29
We're very pleased with the recent publication of the Wine Spectator that gave 94 points to both our Barolo for the 2007 vintage. As always, many many thanks to Bruce Sanderson for his support and criticism.
2007 Barolo Le Vigne: 94 points
Aromatic, with floral, red berry and spice notes, joined by a hint of tar and tobacco as this plays out on the finish. Elegant overall, as chewy tannins provide support. The finish turns savory, with a mineral accent. Best from 2014 through 2028. 150 cases imported.
2007 Barolo Cannubi Boschis: 94 points
A lush texture frames blackberry, plum and spice flavors, upheld by the dense, steely structure. Well-proportioned, this needs time for the sweet fruit and structure to harmonize. Very long, with a core of cherry lingering. Best from 2016 through 2035.
Döllerer Producer Tour: Events with Sandrone
 2012-03-29
Our Austrian importer, Döllerer, will be hosting their annual producer tour in April and May. Our colleague Anna from the Sandrone Winery will be at...
2012-03-29
Our Austrian importer, Döllerer, will be hosting their annual producer tour in April and May. Our colleague Anna from the Sandrone Winery will be at the tasting events in Lech and Kitzbühel on April 9 and 10, and also the Gala Dinner on April 10 in Kitzbühel.
For more information on the events including price, reservations and the menu for the Gala Dinner, please click here. (in German)
Monday April 9: Lech, Austria
14.00-18.00: Tasting at Hotel Krone von Lech
Sandrone wines:
- 2005 Nebbiolo d'Alba Valmaggiore
- 2009 Nebbiolo d'Alba Valmaggiore
- 2007 Barolo Le Vigne
Tuesday April 10: Kitzbühel, Austria
14.00-18.00: Tasting at Hotel zur Tenne Sandrone wines:
- 2005 Nebbiolo d'Alba Valmaggiore
- 2009 Nebbiolo d'Alba Valmaggiore
- 2007 Barolo Le Vigne
19.00: Gala Tasting Dinner
- 2003 Barolo Le Vigne (from Luciano's private library stock!)
Germany's FINE magazine features Sandrone
 2012-03-29
Fine - das Weinmagazin features Luciano and the Cantina Sandrone in a full-length article on the winery, the wines and Luciano's Story. Full text in...
2012-03-29
Fine - das Weinmagazin features Luciano and the Cantina Sandrone in a full-length article on the winery, the wines and Luciano's Story. Full text in downloadable pdf (in German).
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Domaine Brandis Vinfestival in Copenhagen DK
 2012-03-28
In conjunction with our Danish distributor/importer DOMAINE BRANDIS, Sandrone Wines will be poured at the Brandis VinFesival on April 20-21, 2012 in...
2012-03-28
In conjunction with our Danish distributor/importer DOMAINE BRANDIS, Sandrone Wines will be poured at the Brandis VinFesival on April 20-21, 2012 in København (Copenhagen). Tom Brandis has been a great friend to the Cantina and our longtime business partner in Denmark and we hope all of our friends in Denmark are able to attend the event and meet Tom, who will be able to answer any and all questions regarding our wines.
We will update this information as it becomes available.
Thanks to all at Domaine Brandis for their great collaboration with us over the years. We hope you will be able to attend.
More information on Domaine Brandis can be found here.
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Sandrone and OperaWine/Vinitaly Covered in Libero Gusto
 2012-03-26
Coverage of Sandrone and the OperaWine event held the evening before the start of Vinitaly. In Italian. ...
2012-03-26
Coverage of Sandrone and the OperaWine event held the evening before the start of Vinitaly. In Italian.
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Le Vigne 1999 on the Good News Girlz website.
 2012-03-15
We received a visit from Karla Barber last year and she was kind enough to write about her Sandrone experience for the Good News Girlz website, along...
2012-03-15
We received a visit from Karla Barber last year and she was kind enough to write about her Sandrone experience for the Good News Girlz website, along with a detailed tasting note on the 1999 Le Vigne, a wine that is nearing its plateau of drinkability. Thanks to Karen for stopping by and spreading the news!
Sandrone Barolo Cannubi Boschis in new Relais and Chateaux Gastronomic Cookbook
 2012-03-15
In the latest Relais & Chateaux Italia publication, a lavishly illustrated cookbook and gastronomic guide to the group's properties in Italy, the...
2012-03-15
In the latest Relais & Chateaux Italia publication, a lavishly illustrated cookbook and gastronomic guide to the group's properties in Italy, the Sandrone Barolo Cannubi Boschis was included as the preferred wine match by Chef Antonio Cannavacciuolo of Villa Crespi in Orta San Giulio (Novara Province, PIedmont).
Congratulations to Chef Antonio and his business partner Cinzia Primatesta for their inclusion in thei prestigious guide.
The book can be found here at Amazon.com.
Antonio Galloni at Aspen Food & Wine Classic
 2012-03-13
Antonio Galloni of the Wine Advocate will be presenting Sandrone wines in one of two seminars at the Aspen Food and Wine Classic in Colorado this...
2012-03-13
Antonio Galloni of the Wine Advocate will be presenting Sandrone wines in one of two seminars at the Aspen Food and Wine Classic in Colorado this summer. The first, "Piedmont Beyond Barolo" features value wines from Piedmont outside the well-known zones of Barolo and Barbaresco. The second will be a special reserve tasting called "Barolo: The Verticals" and will feature Barolo from 2007, 2004 and 1999 from Sandrone, Cavallotto, Elio Grasso and Vietti. This will be an exciting opportunity to educate your palate on how Barolo develops in the bottle from 3 great and very different vintages. The 4 producers featured in this tasting run the spectrum from modern to traditional and we are honored to be included.
More information at the Wine Seminars schedule on the Classic Website.
The Aspen Food and Wine Classic will be held from June 15-17 in Aspen, Colorado. Congratulations to Food and Wine Magazine for the 30th celebration of great food and wine!
Le Vigne 2000 featured by Chantal Chi in HK Magazine
 2012-03-12
Our Barolo Le Vigne 2000 received a very nice write-up from Chantal Chi in Hong Kong's local "Feeling" magazine. Thanks to Chantal for her support...
2012-03-12
Our Barolo Le Vigne 2000 received a very nice write-up from Chantal Chi in Hong Kong's local "Feeling" magazine. Thanks to Chantal for her support of our wines!
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Sandrone Wine at Vinid'Italia Tasting in Copenhagen, Denmark
 2012-03-06
In conjunction with our Danish distributor/importer DOMAINE BRANDIS, the Sandrone 2008 Barbera d'Alba and the 2008 Nebbiolo d'Alba Valmaggiore will...
2012-03-06
In conjunction with our Danish distributor/importer DOMAINE BRANDIS, the Sandrone 2008 Barbera d'Alba and the 2008 Nebbiolo d'Alba Valmaggiore will be poured at the Vini d'Italia event on the 9-10 March 2012 in København (Copenhagen). Tom Brandis has been a great friend to the Cantina and our longtime business partner in Denmark and we hope all of our friends in Denmark are able to attend the event and meet Tom, who will be able to answer any and all questions regarding our wines.
Thanks to all at Domaine Brandis for their great collaboration with us over the years. We hope you will be able to attend.
More information on the Vini d'Italia event can be found here.
More information on Domaine Brandis can be found here.
99 Points for 1997 Cannubi from Antonio Galloni
 2012-02-10
99 points for the 1997 at a recent re-tasting of the 1997 Cannubi Boschis! We could not be more excited! Thanks to Antonio for his support of our...
2012-02-10
99 points for the 1997 at a recent re-tasting of the 1997 Cannubi Boschis! We could not be more excited! Thanks to Antonio for his support of our wines.
On February 4, Antonio tweeted:
"three stellar 97s last night; Sandrone Cannubi Boschis, Gaja Sperss and Conterno Cascina Francia, all great #wine"
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Here is an excerpt from the recent posting at the eRobertParker bulletin board "Wine Talk" by Antonio Galloni: (For the full text, click here; subscription required).
a trio of extraordinary 1997s from Piemonte
Last night I was privileged to attend the annual charity dinner to benefit The Mt. Sinai Hospital. There were a number of fabulous wines served that I will write up in detail in an HG, but three in particular blew me away. For some perspective, these 1997s were served after the 1996 Salon and Krug, 2000 Cheval Blanc, 1986 Margaux and assorted other bottles.
For the main course, our host served the 1997 Sandrone Barolo Cannubi Boschis and 1997 Gaja Sperss. I brought along the 1997 Conterno Barolo Cascina Francia. The 1997 Sandrone was insanely beautiful, rich, powerful and seductive. This was by far the best bottle of this wine I have ever had. It was simply mesmerizing. Still youthful, this has another 15-20 years of drinking ahead of it ...
Now, 1997 is not a vintage I am especially crazy about, but these three wines were off the charts. They were also very, very young. In fact, I was totally surprised by how youthful they were. I happen to own all of these wines and after last night, and am very pleased about that. So, in my book:
1997 Sandrone Barolo Cannubi Boschis 99
1997 Gaja Sperss 100
1997 Giacomo Conterno Barolo Cascina Francia 96+
Sandrone to be Poured at OperaWine Tasting during Vinitaly
 2012-02-07
VERONA, SATURDAY MARCH 24, 2012We are pleased that our wine will be included by the Wine Spectator and VinItaly in their premier tasting event to be...
2012-02-07
VERONA, SATURDAY MARCH 24, 2012
We are pleased that our wine will be included by the Wine Spectator and VinItaly in their premier tasting event to be held during VinItaly 2012:
"Finest Italian Wines, 100 Great Producers"
This is a special tasting event by OperaWine, the new premier tasting event to be held during the VinItaly festivites. For more information and reservations, please visit www.operawine.it
Please note that though we will be participating directly in this tasting, we will not be at the Vinitaly Fair. If you are in Italy before or after the events and would like to visit us, please contact our trade representative in your country directly to arrange an appointment. For a list of our importers, distributors and trade partners worldwide, please click here.
UPDATE March 1 2012:
The Press Release from the organizers:
About Opera Wine
Veronafiere and Vinitaly present the new innovative venture OperaWine, to stage a series of international events that aims to cultivate knowledge on the intrinsic heritage, culture and character of Italian wine. Exclusive initiatives related to Italian wine and food tradition, history and art have been specifically designed to encourage international wine aficionados, journalists, sommeliers, wine educators, and other international operators to experience the distinctive identity of Italian wine in a cultural and historical context.
The first in a series of events under the OperaWine umbrella will be a Grand Tasting in Verona on March 24th, 2012 presented by Vinitaly in partnership with the American lifestyle magazine Wine Spectator. The new premier event to Vinitaly 2012 “Finest Italian Wines: 100 Great Producers” will be staged in the ancient Palazzo della Ragione and mark the first time that Wine Spectator selected 100 wines of one sole country in Europe.
Program
There will be two sessions of 'Finest Italian Wines, 100 Great Producers' on March 24th 2012. The Grand Tasting in Palazzo della Ragione is limited to 500 guests for each session.
I session: 3.30pm-5.30pm VIP SESSION on invitation only
II session: 6.00pm-8.00pm open to public. Ticket are on sale on www.operawine.it
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