Etienne Sauzet, Puligny Montrachet Combettes Vintage:2018 Fratelli Alessandria keeps its Barolo

Fratelli Alessandria keeps its Barolo in oak casks for three years

I wish there were more wineries setting their sights on this level of quality

292 cases made

The contours are more modern and the fruit leans towards the darker end of spectrum

Etienne Sauzet, Puligny Montrachet Combettes Vintage:2018 Fratelli Alessandria keeps its Barolo(from a 1 ha parcel of 50+ year old vines that see 40% new wood). This also flirts with the exotic but remains pure and fresh and I like the fine layering of the airy aromas of acacia blossom, lavender, tangerine peel and essence of spiced pear. There is excellent concentration to the moderately powerful and sappy medium bodied flavors that possess even better depth on the lingering finish where about the only nit is a touch of warmth. This stylish