2011 Roberto Voerzio Brunate, Barolo

AG96+ The 2011 Barolo Brunate is one of the most tannic and vertical wines in the range, both attributes it has shown every time I tasted it prior to bottling. A powerful, brooding Barolo, the Brunate hits the palate with notable density and structure. Today, the flavors are understandably quite primary, but that just bodes well for the future. Voerzio’s Brunate is one of the most impressive wines of the year.

JS97 Fabulous aromas of strawberries, walnuts, cedar and flowers. Complex and captivating. Full body, fine yet chewy tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Needs time to soften but a superb wine. Much better than the 2010. Better after 2018.