Gianfranco Alessandria Barolo "San Giovanni" DOCG 2017 6x750 2017 Case Size:6 fermented in stainless without oak

fermented in stainless without oak to show off fruit flavors led by citrusy lime and lemon

a hint of pepper and a floral aromatic

rich flavor of wine charms soft

finishing with balanced

It fermented in stainless steel with neutral yeasts

Gianfranco Alessandria Barolo "San Giovanni" DOCG 2017 6x750 2017 Case Size:6 fermented in stainless without oakThe 2017 Barolo San Giovanni is an attractive wine, but in this vintage it is not markedly different from the straight Barolo. Whether that is the year or a stylistic change is hard to discern given that 2017 is an unusual vintage because of severe heat and drought. Succulent dark cherry, spice, leather and rose petal are some of the notes that open with a bit of time in the glass. What is evident is that in 2017, the San Giovanni is a bit lighter