Fratelli Alessandria

Barolo, Gramolere, 2021

Name: Barolo, Gramolere
Brand: Fratelli Alessandria
Price: 335 GBP

96/100

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

94-96/100

Vinous

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all 2014 2015 2017 2018 2020 2021

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2021
6x75cl
EP
£335.00
2021
1x3L
EP
£265.00

Justerini & Brooks Tasting note

The twentieth anniversary vintage of Gramolere. At this stage, more introverted and earth bound, less aromatic, more impactful on the palate – mint and stones and a touch of smoke. Bright in colour with energy and a certain tannic force. History has shown it to age graciously, with cut and sinew and mineral spark. From a 2ha plot inherited by Vittore’s mother, a Manzone (of the Giovanni Manzone estate). Steep and west facing at 400m elevation, dark soils, the vines are an impressive 60 years old; harvest takes place a week later here than in Verduno.

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We have created a system where every case is independent, thereby ensuring a trail of ownership and peace of mind for every customer.

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Critic Reviews

96/100

Monica Larner,

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

From a vineyard site in Monforte d'Alba, the Fratelli Alessandria 2021 Barolo Gramolere (with 7,000 bottles produced) shows a little more structure and power with tightly knit fruit, dark plum, ferrous earth and licorice. This vineyard comes to family ownership via the matriarch, Flavia Manzone, who was born in this village. Polished tannins push a smooth-sailing mouthfeel.

drinking window 2026 - 2040

date of review 06/2025

94-96/100

Antonio Galloni,

Vinous

The 2021 Barolo Gramolere is a hugely promising wine. Black cherry, gravel, spice, new leather, licorice and crushed rocks add to an impression of gravitas. A dark, hulking wine, the 2021 is going to need time to be at its best. Today, it is a touch reduced, but a racking should take care of that.

drinking window 2028 - 2045

date of review 01/2025

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This product may contain sulphites. Full allergen information is available upon request, please call our Customer Relations Team on +44 (0)20 7484 6430.