Fratelli Alessandria Barolo Gramolere 2020 1.5L Magnum

A powerful and structured Barolo from the esteemed Gramolere cru, this wine opens with aromas of red cherry, blackberry, rose petals, and white pepper layered with earthy and mineral notes. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, delivering vibrant red and dark fruit, savory herbs, and firm tannins supported by fresh acidity. Dense yet balanced, it finishes long with notes of spice, dried flowers, and stony minerality.

Food Pairing: Braised short ribs, truffle risotto, roasted game, wild boar ragù, and aged Parmigiano Reggiano.

95 Points - Wine Enthusiast

Picture yourself savoring a glass of this exquisite wine, as a harmonious blend of macerated cherries and savory roasted mushrooms dance on your palate. The umami-rich flavors intertwine with dried flowers and shaved rosewood, creating a sophisticated and alluring bouquet. This wine is a true embodiment of elegance, with a presence that effortlessly captivates your senses. Drink Now - 2040.

94 Points - James Suckling

Beautiful nose here, with spiced cherries, raspberry bush, fine cedar, cloves and dried rose hips on offer. Minerals, too. So refined and delicious with polished tannins. Medium body. Very well made and already very attractive, but better after 2026.

93 Points - Jeb Dunnuck

From vines planted in sandier soils in Monforte d'Alba at an elevation of 400 meters, the 2020 Barolo Gramolere is a bright ruby color and offers deeper aromatics in its generous notes of candied raspberries, ripe, sweet fresh herbs, candied flowers, and sappy, mossy earth. On the palate, it’s tight and tension-packed, with a bright, citrus-driven, pithy texture, hints of mint and balsamic, and a clean, tea leaf-noted finish. Drink 2026-2040.

93 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

With fruit from Monforte d'Alba, the Fratelli Alessandria 2020 Barolo Gramolere is slight and lean in terms of mouthfeel and has aromas of blackcurrant, crushed stone and grilled herb. This vintage is certainly shorter than previous years, although there is lots of nice freshness. The Gramolere is poised for a short to medium-term drinking window.

92 Points - Wine Spectator

There is heft to this red, its solid construction supporting flavors of macerated cherry, raspberry, eucalyptus and iron. The tannins relax their grip enough on the finish for the fruit to resurface. Best from 2028 through 2040.