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Italy · Piedmont · Barolo

Luciano Sandrone – A Defining Name in Barolo

A precise and luminous style rooted in Cannubi Boschis, blending tradition, modernity, and a fine reading of Nebbiolo terroirs.

A Respected Estate at the Heart of Piedmont

The Luciano Sandrone Estate is one of the most respected names in the Barolo appellation. Founded in 1978 in La Morra, it has profoundly shaped the modern history of Italian wine, merging tradition with precision. A self-taught vigneron turned global reference, Luciano Sandrone forged a style that is instantly recognizable—elegant and luminous—today carried forward by his daughter Barbara and brother Luca.

Terroir & Appellation

Cannubi Boschis — the backbone of the estate. A historic cru and one of Barolo’s most iconic slopes, facing southeast, composed of compacted marl and sand. It gives the wines remarkable aromatic finesse and structural depth. The Sandrone family cultivates Nebbiolo, the emblematic grape of the region, here.

Other crus & blends — In addition to Cannubi, the estate spans several Barolo DOCG villages, including Serralunga d’Alba, Castiglione Falletto, Novello, and Barolo village. This mosaic of parcels allows for wines of rare complexity: mineral power (Serralunga), linear structure (Villero/Castiglione), sunlit silkiness (Cannubi).

AppellationsBarolo DOCG · Nebbiolo d’Alba DOC · Barbera d’Alba DOC · Dolcetto d’Alba DOC
Grape varietiesNebbiolo (core identity) · Barbera · Dolcetto
Key sitesCannubi Boschis (La Morra) · Serralunga d’Alba · Castiglione Falletto · Novello · Barolo

Precise Winemaking, Measured Aging

Luciano Sandrone’s technical legacy: fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve purity of expression, and measured aging in 500 L tonneaux to highlight each cru’s identity. The approach blends tradition and modernity, precision and an exacting parcel-based philosophy.

Style & Signature

  • Nose: floral tones (rose), red and black fruits, licorice and sweet spice.
  • Palate: silky texture, fine-grained tannins, controlled density.
  • Finish: persistent length, balance between depth and freshness.

Elegant, luminous wines — precise and timeless. The Sandrone signature.

Wines of the Estate

Barolo ALESTE (Cannubi Boschis)

Iconic cuvée from Cannubi Boschis, renamed ALESTE in 2013 in honor of Luciano Sandrone’s grandchildren. Floral aromatics, silky texture, and persistent length reflect the nobility of Cannubi.

Barolo Le Vigne

A blend of several Barolo crus, Le Vigne embodies a classic approach: depth, balance, and remarkable aging potential. First vintage: 1990.

Barolo Vite Talin

A project started in 1987 and released in 2013, Vite Talin comes from a massal selection near the Barolo castle. Tiny production, dense and refined profile.

Nebbiolo d’Alba Valmaggiore

From the steep sandy slopes of Roero, Valmaggiore offers a delicate, aerial expression of Nebbiolo, marked by floral purity and finely chiseled tannins.

Barbera d’Alba

A vibrant, precise Barbera with lively fruit and fine balance.

Dolcetto d’Alba

A characterful Dolcetto, marked by fresh fruit and immediate drinkability.

Key Figures

Founded1978 (La Morra)
FounderLuciano Sandrone
Current leadershipBarbara & Luca Sandrone
Historic cruCannubi Boschis (ALESTE since 2013)
Late-release programSibi et Paucis (provenance & evolution guaranteed)
Notable vintages1989, 1990, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019

Heritage & Philosophy

Luciano Sandrone left behind a unique vision: precise winemaking, measured aging, and a constant search for balance between tradition and modernity. The estate stands today as a benchmark of Barolo, uniting terroir, finesse, and depth.

In Summary

The Luciano Sandrone estate is one of the great names of Piedmont. Rooted in Cannubi Boschis, it expresses through its wines the diversity of Barolo’s terroirs and the timeless elegance of Nebbiolo. Precise, profound wines—and a legacy that continues to inspire wine lovers worldwide.

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