2019 Comm. G.B. Burlotto Cannubi Barolo

About this wine, by the winery: CANNUBI Vineyard
In the commune of Barolo we own a parcel in the cru with the longest history in all of Italy: Cannubi.

This mythical vineyard, already known as a potential cru of Barolo in the eighteenth century, is located in the center of the Barolo production area. Like those of Monvigliero, these clay-limestone marls are part of the geological group called “di Sant’Agata Fossili”, but in a different, extremely sandy form. Our family’s parcel, in the area called “Cannubi Valletta”, covers an area of 0.7 hectares, with a maximum altitude of 280 meters above sea level. It was replanted in 1988 on the Kober 5BB rootstock, which, with its vigor, works well in these extremely poor subsoils.

Vinous: 98 Points
The 2019 Barolo Cannubi is a powerhouse. A Barolo of real substance and depth, the 2019 packs a huge punch. It offers a great foil to the finesse of Monvigliero. Black cherry, lavender, spice, menthol and leather infuse the 2019 with tons of complexity. Here, too, the tannins are wonderfully integrated into the wine's fabric, but make no mistake about it, the 2019 has a ton of tannin!

98 Wine Advocate
Review Date: 08/2023
Fabio Alessandria's family purchased land in Cannubi in 1982, the same year they started production of the Barolo Monvigliero. The property measures 0.7 hectares. The Comm. G.B. Burlotto 2019 Barolo Cannubi shows elegance and power with a lifted layer of fruity intensity that recalls dark cherry, cassis, iris root, violet, white licorice and crushed stone. Cannubi is known for elegance and the depth of its aromas, and this balanced vintage delivers on those fronts. (ML)

97 Jeb Dunnuck
Review Date: 05/2023
A more classically styled wine (though with Fabio's touch), the 2019 Barolo Cannubi reveals ripe wild raspberry, sweet herbs, and licorice candy. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with more concentration and sweet tannins as well as notes of ripe red cherry and incense. A gripping wine, it is deserving of several more years in the cellar before more introspective drinking over the following 2 to 3 decades. (AF)

95 Wine Spectator
Review Date: 02/2024
Laced with aromas and flavors of cherry, raspberry, wild herbs and light licorice, this red is intense and supported by dense tannins. Though tightly wound on the compact finish, this has ample ripe fruit that lingers in the end. Be patient. (BS)

Comm. G.B. Burlotto, founded in 1850 in Verduno, is one of Barolo’s historic estates and reflects the region’s shift toward serious winegrowing. Giovan Battista Burlotto built its reputation through meticulous work in top sites such as Monvigliero and Cannubi, earning medals, international recognition, and even supplying the Royal House of Savoy. His approach helped shape the style and identity of Barolo. Later generations carried the winery through harder decades, with grandson Ignazio preserving the rare Pelaverga variety. Today, Marina Burlotto, her husband Giuseppe Alessandria, and their children run the estate, continuing its blend of tradition and thoughtful progress. With 16 hectares across 14 crus, they produce Barolo alongside Pelaverga, Barbera, Dolcetto, Nebbiolo, Freisa, and Sauvignon Blanc, aiming for wines that speak clearly of their sites and long family history.