Azelia Barolo Ceretta 1.5L Magnum 2018

This single-vineyard Cru Barolo from the 2018 vintage presents a deep garnet red color. The bouquet is remarkably intense and complex, offering precise aromas of wild blackberries, ripe dark cherries, and licorice, beautifully layered with classic Serralunga notes of iron, crushed stones, brushwood, and sweet spice. On the palate, it delivers a massive, full-bodied structure characterized by a dense core of dark fruit, a vibrant acidity, and powerful, tight-knit tannins that provide incredible longevity. The finish is exceptionally long, savory, and deep. Safely protected in a large 1.5-liter magnum bottle for optimal, slow development.

Food Pairing: Perfectly matches slow-cooked wild game, braised beef, rich truffle dishes, and mature, savory cheeses.

95 Points - James Suckling

"Rather exotic nose, offering earthy, ripe strawberries, together with fruity spice, smoked mackerel and wild, foresty notes. Medium-to full-bodied with a compact palate of complex flavors and lightly firm tannins. Not big, but plenty of interesting twists. Really good for the vintage. Best from 2024."

95 Points - Robert Parker The Wine Advocate

The Azelia 2018 Barolo Cerretta is a bold and powerful expression with dark fruit, grilled herb and ferrous notes of rusty iron that stand out strong in this hot vintage. The wine tastes firm and almost salty on the palate with long, polished tannins. This bottle is a shiny gem in this estate portfolio.