2020 Elio Sandri, Barolo Riserva, Perno

Elio Sandri has stewarded his family’s Cascina Disa estate in the Perno cru of Monforte d’Alba since 1981, maintaining a traditional approach that has been passed down through generations. Made from Nebbiolo, this wine is sourced from vines planted in 1937 that benefit from the cooler, east-facing slopes of the Perno hillside. In the glass, it displays distinct notes of dried cherry, crushed flowers, and a savory earthiness, all carried by a refined and structured frame. The 2020 vintage provided a gentle, balanced growing season, resulting in a wine that is notably expressive and accessible while retaining its inherent complexity. This Riserva offers a rare combination of immediate drinkability and the structural integrity required to age gracefully in the cellar for years to come.