2006 Barolo La Serra

Quite an extraordinarily complex and compelling nose of fresh ripe tomatoes and basil, olive oil, some truffle earthiness. That sweet tomato note carries through on the palate and builds in tang and savour with notes of fennel and coffee, aniseed and a touch of char. There is so much here. (TC)

The 2006 Barolo La Serra is full of fresh, perfumed berries. Focus, length and energy are the hallmarks of this impeccable, classy Barolo. As is often the case, La Serra is a touch more compact than the estate's Barolo Brunate, but in 2006 La Serra seems to be particularly successful.

The 2006 Barolo La Serra is full of fresh, perfumed berries. Focus, length and energy are the hallmarks of this impeccable, classy Barolo. As is often the case, La Serra is a touch more compact than the estate’s Barolo Brunate, but in 2006 La Serra is particularly successful. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. Proprietor Manuel Marchetti describes 2006 as a warm year without too many challenges. The Nebbiolo harvest took place in mid-October. The wines were fermented in cement for 45 days and subsequently spent two years in oak prior to being bottled without clarification or filtration. Marchetti’s 2006s show lovely balance and deliver exceptional quality for the money. Importer: Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900