At a glance

Producer

Paolo Scavino (Note: Sandrone is the actual producer, please see explanation below)

Region

Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety

Nebbiolo

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$100-$180

Tasting profile

Red cherry, rose petals, tar, licorice, truffle, and hints of earth and spice

Evolution: Developing more complex secondary and tertiary aromas such as dried herbs, leather, and forest floor over the next decade

At peak: Rich, elegant, harmonious with silky texture and integrated tannins

Structure

Acidity

High natural acidity typical of Nebbiolo

Tannins

Firm, fine-grained tannins offering strong structure

Alcohol

Around 14-% alcohol by volume

Aging potential

Excellent, capable of aging 20+ years

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2047

Optimal window

2022 to 2050

Current status

Approaching early maturity, beginning to show more tertiary complexity

Current condition

Wine is showing well with good structure and still developing evolving aromas and flavors

Le Vigne is produced by the renowned Sandrone estate in Barolo, known for high-quality Nebbiolo with excellent structure and complexity. Due to the excellent 2015 vintage and the wine’s robust tannins and acidity, it will develop beautifully over 20-30 years, reaching peak maturity from mid to late 2020s through 2030s.

Food pairing

Ideal with rich meat dishes such as braised beef, game, truffle-based dishes, hearty mushroom risotto, and aged hard cheeses.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To allow the wine to open up and soften tannins, revealing its complex aromatic profile

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Sandrone practices biodynamic viticulture using biodiverse cover crops, minimal intervention in the cellar, renewable energy usage, and water conservation techniques

Sandrone is recognized as a pioneer of sustainability and biodynamic farming in Barolo, applying environmentally conscious practices that maintain soil health and reduce chemical usage while promoting biodiversity. Their cellar operations focus on energy efficiency and careful packaging selection. The combination of organic certification and ongoing sustainability initiatives earns them a strong score.