Alberto Voerzio La Serra Barolo 2020

Alberto Voerzio La Serra Barolo 2020 is an exceptionally rich, complex, and deeply structured Italian red wine crafted by a rising star of La Morra. Displaying a classic ruby red hue with shimmering garnet highlights, it greets the nose with a highly sophisticated and shifting bouquet of sweet kirsch cherries, wild red berries, and dried plums. This fruit core is beautifully complemented by classical elements of fresh violets, dark chocolate, tobacco, and dried herbs, with just a polished touch of fine French oak. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and powerful, boasting an impressive tannic backbone and vibrant, balanced acidity. Layers of savory spices, graphite, and ripe red fruits run deeply through its firm, muscular frame, leading into an extraordinarily long, resonant finish.

Food Pairing: The pronounced tannic structure and high acidity of this Barolo make it a masterful match for rich, savory, and high-fat dishes. It pairs spectacularly with slow-roasted herb-crusted lamb shanks, prime rib eye steaks, wild boar ragù tossed over fresh pappardelle, or a rich beef brasato cooked in Nebbiolo. It is also an excellent companion to truffle-infused risottos, savory game dishes, or a plate of well-matured hard cheeses like aged Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino, or Castelmagno.

94 Points - James Suckling

A great example of an approachable, supple Barolo, it is ripe and warm in aroma, mouth-filling and plump in fruit flavors. A lightly tannic and just slightly acidity structure leaves room for the tender red fruits and subtle wood and spice accents. Best from 2026.