At a glance

Producer

Roberto Voerzio

Region

Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety

Nebbiolo

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$450-$650 (Wine-Searcher global retail average as of mid-2024; data from Tannico, Vinfolio, Millesima USA. Pricing reflects standard 750ml bottle, retail/primary market)

Tasting profile

Vivid red cherries, black raspberries, and crushed rose petals with hints of violets, menthol, and licorice. Subtle oak spice (subdued new wood), graphite, and a mineral core. Tannins still youthful but velvet-textured; powerful yet refined.

Evolution: Over the next 5-10 years, the fruit will darken and tertiary flavors will emerge: dried cherry, forest floor, tobacco leaf, truffle, leather, and balsamic notes; floral and tar aromas intensify. Texture softens and becomes more harmonious.

At peak: At peak, expect explosive aromatic complexity, sweetness of mature fruit, integrated tannins, and seamless balance. Tertiary notes will mingle with lingering minerality, offering classic Cerequio perfume and depth.

Structure

Acidity

High, providing freshness and terrific longevity; hallmark of great Barolo

Tannins

High, beautifully ripe and fine-grained; beginning to resolve but still present—classic Voerzio intensity

Alcohol

14.5% (balanced by extract and fruit concentration; well integrated with air)

Aging potential

Outstanding—25-35 years from vintage is realistic, especially aided by the generous structure and the 2015 vintage's quality

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2027 to 2052

Optimal window

2024 to 2055

Current status

Drink or cellar—just entering its first maturity plateau, but will evolve beautifully for decades

Current condition

Youthful but opening up; tannins integrating, highly aromatic with emerging tertiary complexity. No rush, but rewarding now if well-aerated.

The window from 2027–2037 is when fruit, tannin resolution, tertiary complexity, and aromatic lift converge at a sublime point. Earlier, power and youth predominate; later, subtlety and tertiary notes take over. The 2015 vintage is structured and ripe, extending the overall window, but the wine’s density and precision mean it can age gracefully until 2045 or longer without risk of drying out or fatigue.

Food pairing

Classic pairing: Slow-braised Piedmontese beef (brasato al Barolo), wild mushroom risotto, tagliatelle with truffle or game sauces, roast lamb, or aged Parmigiano Reggiano. As the wine matures, pairings with earthy dishes (porcini, polenta, roast root vegetables), mature cheeses, and white truffles become even more sublime.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (2-3 hours) — To help youthful tannins open up and aromas express themselves; essential for wines under 10 years old.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Low yields, hand-harvested fruit, organic viticulture principles (no synthetic herbicides/pesticides), cover cropping; focus on biodiversity and soil health

Voerzio emphasizes minimal intervention and sustainable practices, with a strong environmental focus but no formal certification. Lower yields benefit quality, though energy use for worldwide distribution is nontrivial.