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

$150-$250 per bottle

Tasting profile

Red cherry, rose petals, tar, licorice with pronounced tannic grip and vibrant acidity

Evolution: Will develop tertiary notes of earth, truffle, dried herbs, and leather over the next decade

At peak: Elegant complexity with silky tannins, balanced acidity and lingering finish

Structure

Acidity

High, typical of Barolo, ensuring freshness and aging potential

Tannins

Firm and grainy, characteristic of high-quality Nebbiolo

Alcohol

14.0% ABV approximately

Aging potential

25-35+ years depending on storage conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2030 to 2052

Optimal window

2025 to 2055

Current status

Emerging maturity, youthful but approachable with air

Current condition

Still quite tannic and structured; needs further aging for complexity.

Barolo from great vintages like 2015 with producers like Roberto Voerzio, known for low yields and meticulous vineyard work, age exceptionally well due to high tannin and acidity structure that softens and integrates over decades.

Food pairing

Braised meats, truffle dishes, aged hard cheeses, hearty stews, mushroom risotto

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften tannins and allow aromatic complexity to express

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Hand-harvesting, low yields per hectare, minimization of chemical inputs, natural yeasts, minimal intervention in cellar

While no formal organic or biodynamic certifications are documented for Roberto Voerzio, the estate is known for meticulous attention to vineyard biodiversity and sustainable viticulture practices emphasizing soil health and natural fermentation. Packaging is premium with glass bottles and cork closures, standard for the region. Transport emissions exist but are typical for top-tier Italian export wines.