Fratelli Alessandria Barolo Monvigliero DOCG 2020 from Verduno is a beautifully perfumed, finely etched Barolo, showcasing the lifted, elegant side of this revered cru while still carrying serious depth and structure. Fratelli Alessandria Barolo Monvigliero 2020 delivers crushed wild strawberry, raspberry and dried cherry with orange peel, rose, violet, sandalwood, tobacco and hints of mint and cedar over a fine, stony core. The palate is medium‑plus bodied, with ultra‑fine tannins, bright acidity and a long, savoury, saline finish that feels graceful yet ageworthy.

This is a cracking match for braised beef cheek, osso buco, mushroom ragù, truffle risotto or roast lamb, where the wine’s perfume and structure cut through richness. It will also shine with game birds, chargrilled chops and aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano or Grana Padano, especially on cooler nights when you want something complex and warming in the glass. Decant for a couple of hours and pour into large stems to let those aromatics really soar.

Critics are emphatic – Wine Enthusiast rates it at 96 points (Jeff Porter), while Kerin O’Keefe scores it 95 points, both highlighting its vibrant red fruits, florals, spice and refined tannins with a long drinking window through the 2030s. JancisRobinson.com sits at 17.5/20, calling it subtle, aromatic and still embryonic, underlining its pedigree for the cellar. For collectors and Nebbiolo lovers, this is benchmark Monvigliero that will reward patience beautifully.