2010 Barolo
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The 2010 Langhe Nebbiolo Vigneti S. Francesco Fontanazza opens a window onto the high quality of fruit on offer in 2010. Grilled herbs, spice, small berries, tar and anise seed emerge beautifully from the glass. The wine boasts a charming personality with long, silky tannins on the close. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2020. The wines of Roberto and Davide Voerzio offer a fitting conclusion to this tasting of Piedmont’s best red wines. These are stunning wines that capture, head on, the beauty of the 2009 vintage. They remind us of the dazzling heights achieved by the Nebbiolo grape. Importer: Winebow, Pinebrook, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
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Readers who want an early glimpse at the 2010s should check out Roberto Voerzio's 2010 Langhe Nebbiolo S. Francesco Fontanazza, a wine that will give many Barolos a run for their money. Freshly cut flowers, mint, tar and black cherries are supported by firm, yet silky tannins. The 2010 is all about grace and inner perfume, two qualities it has in spades. This is a drop-dead gorgeous wine from Voerzio.