Sandrone Cunnubi Boschis Sibi et Paucis Barolo Piedmont Italy 2008

The 2008 Cannubi Boschis "sibi et paucis" was aged a further 6 years after the original release date of September 2012 in the perfect conditions of Luciano's personal winery cellar.

The adjective that best describes 2008 is "classic." From a ­climactic point of view, this vintage takes us back to the 1970s. This vintage rewarded those whose vines are in the best zones and those who invested in the work necessary to bring the fruit to full maturity during a cool, slow yet variable vegetative cycle.

The Sandrone Barolo Cannubi Boschis 2008 speaks clearly of its terroir of origin, culminating in a wine both harmonious and exuberant, pleasing and full of personality.

In the glass, the intense garnet color is accentuated by delicate orange reflections. On the nose, the aromas give definitive and complex notes: first of all floral aspects such as dried roses and aromatic herbs, then fruity ones such as strawberry jam, dried fruits and ­finally almonds. These are followed by ethereal sweet spices: vanilla, licorice and nutmeg. In the mouth, the wine is warm and enveloping, with ­excellent harmony and still a subtle contrast between alcohol and ­acidity. In the end, the aftertaste shows harmonious, evolved hints of vanilla and licorice.

Ratings for the vintage 2008
Wine Advocate 95 points
Stephen Tanzer 95+ points
Vinous 95 points
Falstaff 99 Punkte
Gambero Rosso 3 bicchieri
Bibenda.it 5 grappoli