2019 Alessandria, F. Barolo San Lorenzo

Harvested from the limestone-dominant marl soils of the San Lorenzo cru in 2019, this Barolo DOCG captures the vintage’s favorable thermal balance through a foundation of ripe Nebbiolo acidity and well-developed phenolic maturity. Constructed to meet stringent Italian aging requirements, the wine maintains structural integrity while delivering early accessibility alongside proven cellaring potential.

The aromatic profile features pronounced notes of dried sour cherry, crushed violet, and pale truffle, layered over earthy references to cured tobacco, damp slate, and fine-grained cedar. Texture progresses smoothly from a structured entry to a velvet mid-palate, closing with a persistent finish threaded by iron, black pepper, and dark cocoa. The San Lorenzo terroir typically yields wines with softer tannic architecture compared to neighboring slopes, making this bottling notably approachable during moderate decanting periods.

Serve this wine alongside slow-cooked preparations that mirror its protein-tannin matrix. Traditional Piedmontese mains such as brasato al Barolo, wild boar ragù, or hand-folded agnolotti del plin complement its savory depth. Cheese selections should lean toward washed-rind varieties like Castelmagno or thirty-six-month-aged Parmigiano Reggiano, which align with the wine’s acidic cut. For optimal expression, aerate for forty to fifty minutes prior to service. Keep bottles horizontal in a temperature-stable range of fifty-four to fifty-eight degrees Fahrenheit, shielded from light and humidity fluctuations.