Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata DOCG 2021 - Roberto Voerzio

Why I suggest Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata 2021

La Morra represents the cru area in the production of nebbiolo in which Roberto Voerzio with his thirty years of experience as a winemaker undertakes with humility and dedication to transform those bunches facing south towards a shy sun. The Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata DOCG is equally enriched by extracting the maximum from the soil with its own strength and expressing itself at a qualitative level. The Barolo that has spent the aging process in large barrels as if almost forgotten, from which it has acquired maximum concentration and refinement. Today there are many palates for fans who say they drink at least once in their life!

The Sommelier: The ruby ​​red color of Barolo DOCG of the Annunziata by Roberto Voerzio has marked garnet reflections given by the long aging period. The high concentration of glycerin appears evident in the glass, the alcohol content reaches 14.50% vol. Fragrances of fruit are mixed with floral nuances and intriguing and atypical hints. In the mouth it is robust, full-bodied; in one sip the evolutions of tannins come back to mind and tend to soften during long aging. A finish of remarkable persistence.

Suggested pairings: Wine for dishes with important preparations based on grilled lamb meat, pecorino cheese and Apulian scaldatelli taralli. Rototolo with mushrooms, pumpkin and baked potatoes; Handmade orecchiette with autumn vegetables (turnip greens, broccoli, dark cabbage ...) stew with meat and potatoes, aubergine parmigiana, dried eggplant rolls, excellent with dried fruit.

Cellar ... production of absolute excellence, through work, obstinacy, courage and concrete choices to produce Barolo and wines capable of representing it in the world. ...