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A TASTE OF SANDRONE with Barbara Sandrone

A Casual and Intimate Tasting Celebrating the Family Wines of Piemonte

Tuesday, February 4th | 7:00 - 10:00 pm | NYC

Ticket Price: $399.99/person (book by Friday 1/31)

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IWM is pleased to present the Winter Tasting Series with the fabled wines of SANDRONE from Piemonte. Barbara Sandrone will be joining us direct from Italy for an intimate tasting as we journey through Piemonte to experience the celebrated wines of the Sandrone family, Nebbiolo, Barolo Le Vigne, Barolo Aleste (Cannubi Boschis), and the exceedingly rare Barolo Vite Talin – to say you have tasted these would make you on of the select few on the planet to experience this unique close of Barolo. More importantly, the wines of Sandrone have been part of the fabric of IWM for a quarter of a century and we are pleased to share these wines and experience with this icon of Italian wine. Limited seating is available.

FEATURED WINES:

Arancini ai Funghi

Mushroom Arancini— Smoked Mozzarella, Pecorino, and Chives

Bollinger Champagne

Zuppa di Castagne Con Porcini

Porcini and Chestnut Soup— Moliterno Al Tartufo Grilled Cheese

2021 Sandrone Dolcetto d’Alba

2022 Sandrone Barbera d’Alba

2022 Sandrone Nebbiolo d’ Alba Valmaggiore

Agnolotti d’ Vitello

Agnolotti with Veal Cheeks, Black Truffle, Pecorino, and Chive

2020 Sandrone Barolo Le Vigne

2020 Sandrone Barolo Aleste (Cannubi Boschis)

Costolette di Manzo Brasate

Barolo Braised Short Rib with Bone Marrow Gremolata

2018 Sandrone Barolo Le Vigne

2014 Sandrone Barolo Le Vigne

2014 Sandrone Barolo Aleste (Cannubi Boschis)

Formaggi Artigianali

Chef’s Selection of Aged and Artisanal Cheeses

2018 Sandrone Barolo Vite Talin

*Wines and menu subject to minor changes

New Arrivals: The Single Vineyard Barolo from the Historic Piemonte Estate and Prized Grand-Cru Like Slopes of Bussia Delivers a Burgundian Touch! Wines In-Stock Ready To Ship.

“From one of the most celebrated vineyards in Monforte d’Alba…” - The Wine Advocate

“Prunotto is another historic estate...continues to make waves in Piedmont with the recent introduction of new wines that show increased commitment to the region. Just as importantly, the wines continue to move in the direction of refinement, something that is evident across this full range of Barolos and Barbarescos. Today’s wines are aromatic, translucent and polished." - Antonio Galloni, VInous

We have to admit, James Suckling might have expressed it best a few years back on the Prunotto Barolo Bussia when he stated, “…this smells like top Burgundy.” What we would more aptly add is that this is one of the most Burgundian-like, and elegant Barolo’s we have smelled and tasted. The House style at this address is finesse and elegance; absent here are the hard edges and firm tannins that can often make the “King of Wines” so intimidating in its youth. There is something magical about the soft touch of Prunotto, in fact, this is among the most approachable and charming young Barolo we have tasted from the 2020 vintage…and even with the ripe vintage it is all about elegance, succulent red fruit, tar, and roses!

We might add that with the 2020 vintage there is even more charm with less austerity, thanks to the growing season. The historic Piemonte estate became a reference point for the noble Nebbiolo during the 1960’s thru 1980’s when pioneering winemaker Beppe Colla crafted legendary cru Barolo and Barbaresco (and some of the longest-lived Barberas) from the prized Langhe vineyards. Over the past decade or so, with the quiet support of the Antinori family, the estate has reestablished itself as a rising star of Piemonte with exceptional expressions of cru Barolo, Barbaresco, and Barbera, as well as their Langhe Rosso. The 2020 Prunotto Barolo Bussia is a worthy follow up to the the best selling 2019 with easier drinking appeal and is a marked return to the glory years at this estate.

What you should know is that the grapes derive from a small, seven-hectare plot in the prized Bussia vineyards – made famous by the late and iconic Aldo Conterno. This is another elegant wine from the Prunotto estate that captures the more classic and feminine aspects of Monforte d’Alba and can be enjoyed today and age well for tomorrow. Best of all the wines are ready to ship.

FEATURED WINE: The Elegant Single-Vineyard Barolo Prunotto

Additional Notes and Reviews:

2020 PRUNOTTO BAROLO BUSSIA

$114.99 reg $99.99 special (on six bottles or more)

Christopher Deas, Italian Wine Merchants: “It sounds redundant, but once again, there is something magical about the soft touch of Prunotto, there is always elegance here, and the wines always seem to capture the red fruited and rose side of the noble Nebbiolo. We had this wine and what was so striking about it is just how approachable this single vineyard Barolo is once again (it is simply the signature of the estate - approachability with age-ability). The generous fruit and well-managed tannins deliver a softer and more feminine side from the historic slopes of Monforte d’ Alba in the hands of the Antinori team at Prunotto. The tannins are present but there are no hard edges here. This is a Barolo for those that appreciate the silky and elegant side to the noble Nebbiolo. With its enticing Jolly Rancher like nose, you can expect the signature notes of macerated strawberries, wild berries, citrus peel, sweet licorice, a touch of Chinese spice, tea leaves, smoke, rose petals with an accenting green herbal note. The wine subtly stains the mid palate and echoes across the finish. There truly is a Burgundian touch here and this wine has the delicious approachable factor! Decanting and aeration recommended for today, the best is to come with age.”

Antonio Galloni, Vinous: “The 2020 Barolo Bussia is an elegant, beguiling wine. It offers all the intense spice and balsamic character typical of Bussia, with a bit more presence and overall body than the other wines in the range. It’s a combination that works quite well. This is impeccably done."

Kerin O' Keefe: "The 2020 Bussia from Prunotto embodies the open nature of the vintage and the characteristic balance this site is known for. It opens with heady scents of camphor, new leather, rose and spice while the elegantly structured palate shows juicy raspberry, licorice and crushed mint alongside taut, refined tannins. Drink 2025–2032."

New Arrival. “The Greatest Wine Ever Made Here” - 2010 Bartolo Mascarello In Rare Magnum. 

“From the moment we put together this tasting, I knew the 2010 Barolo had to be in the lineup because of its historical significance. It is arguably the greatest wine ever made here…Readers lucky enough to own the 2010 are in for a tremendous treat." – Antonio Galloni, Vinous

Bartolo Mascarello remains both an icon of Piemonte winemaking tradition and a master of classic Barolo. His is the archetypal Barolo that pays homage to the wine’s ancient and glorious past. The staunchly traditional estate upholds the philosophy that reveres Barolo as a wine of patience, and vows not to compromise its integrity with short cuts. The use of long maceration (capello sommerso) and aging in large old barrels (botti) of local oak and chestnut are perfected, not disregarded.

Little has changed at the Mascarello estate since 1918, when Giulio Mascarello distinguished himself by refusing to sell his fruit to a négociantand moving away from the use of demijohns (the standard for the time). Three generations of the Mascarello family (Giulio, Bartolo, and Maria Teresa) have adhered to the tradition of crafting a single-estate Barolo sourced from the best fruit of several different vineyards, a protocol that ensures wines of balance and harmony. Nebbiolo is sourced from five hectares planted in the historic and prestigious Barolo vineyards of Cannubi, Rue, San Lorenzo, and Rocche, all of which are situated in the La Morra commune. Wines deriving from this zone tend to be the most feminine and perfumed of Piemonte's Barolos. Of the 1,200 cases that are produced, only a mere handful make it to the States. We are now pleased to present the monumental 2010 in rare Magnums. This is one of the legendary Barolo of our time.

FEATURED WINE: The Monumental 2010 Bartolo Mascarello In Rare Magnum

Additional Notes and Reviews:

2010 BARTOLO MASCARELLO BAROLO

$2,199.99 reg $1,999.99 special

Antonio Galloni, Vinous: “From the moment we put together this tasting, I knew the 2010 Barolo had to be in the lineup because of its historical significance. It is arguably the greatest wine ever made here. Although naturally very young, the 2010 is super-expressive and also one of the clear highlights of the evening. All the elements simply fall into place. The interplay of aromatics, fruit and structure is utterly captivating. In many ways, the 2010 represents a culmination of all the work Maria Teresa Mascarello and her team have done over the last two decades to elevate quality. The gentleman to my left tells me I made a mistake in my initial review and score of the 2010. I agree.”