November 20, 2021 - Went perfectly with some amazing huge lobsters from Bryant and Cooper in Manhasset on LI.
December 27, 2020 - Expressive nose displaying deeply toned red and black fruit, blackberry, black cherry, a hint of licorice, rose, black truffle, balsamico, dark spices, smoke, leather and mineral. Excellent concentration, layers upon layers of rich black and red fruit, unctuous yet polished, bright acidity and strong limestone mineral, abundant tannins but nicely masked be rich fruit, and a long rich black fruit driven finish with licorice and rose at the end. Although it is enjoyable with ample fruit, it can easily improve for at least two more decades. Voerzio gets very little love but it may be wise to buy at the secondary market sub $130 in lieu of the top Barolo prices.
March 13, 2018 - This wine seems to be in a weird place, so I'm not scoring it. I enjoyed it over 2 days with lots of air. It started out closed down and then with hours of air it showed glimpses of greatness but would close down minutes later.
December 4, 2017 - A killer Barolo which was at its best after about 1 hour of decant time. Fabulous notes of fresh cut flowers, spice, along with a nice mix of red and dark fruits leading to a full palate with nice balanced tannin. I plan on enjoying my other bottles over the next year as I don't see the value in waiting longer than that.
April 16, 2016 - Perfumed notes of dried fruits, orange zest, crushed flowers, sweet red berries and some spices. It's medium+ bodied but dense with medium-high acidity and high tannin. I would give this some time but it's already surprisingly accessible (if you don't have a problem with high tannin). (92+)
October 14, 2015 - Med to deep red, nose of cherry and candy. More approachable than Cerequio from the same mixed case. Sweet on palate, subtle acidity, aroma of tea leaves, slightly dry and grippy tannin, drinkable now.
November 24, 2014 - Piedmont -- Roberto Voerzio Winery Visit: Southern exposure, 300m elevation. Warmer cherry, tea; consistent mouthfeel, smoky nose, clear and precise wine.
January 23, 2014 - Barolo: (degustato alla cieca) tartufo bianco, terra, funghi, radici, verticalissimo, da proprio l'idea di qualcosa che viene da sotto terra. Molte elegante. Potente e molto dinamico, superato un tannino generoso e molto maturo, chiude lungo su sensazioni molto coerenti con il naso con l'aggiunta di un bel frutto. Non è un campione di complessità ma con questa peculiare aromaticità non ci si pensa neanche. Splendido estratto di terra.
January 19, 2014 - ROBERTO VOERZIO VERTICAL (FLORENCE - WINE IN PROGRESS 17/11/2013): Shiny elegant aromas of dried rose, violet and wild mint.
On the palate is sharp and hot, a bit of alcohol is still present.
big and full-bodied, but lacking all the balance that only a long cellar time will provide.
Heavy and green tannins.
Will be really good, but don't drink before 10-15 years.
Naso elegantissimo di rosa, violetta e mentuccia selvatica.
Bocca finissima e calda...figlia della torrida estate 2009
Si espande in bocca con pienezza, il tannino è ancora molto forte
e fastidioso.
NON BERE PRIMA DI 10-15 ANNI!
October 26, 2013 - Amazing nose, and even beter than the 2009 la Serra. More tannic and more obviously too young. A bit harsh on the palate at this young stage. Very, very good, though!