Roberto Voerzio PRIAVINO Dolcetto d'Alba DOC

Roberto Voerzio is one of the elite wine estates in Barolo, he is a man of abounding energy, which is perhaps reflected in the vibrant style of wines he produces. The epitome of new wave Barolo producers, Roberto Voerzio supple style does not forget the traditional tastes of well defined depth and body. This Barbera has spent 18 months ageing in oak and this has produced a deep red coloured wine showing forrest fruit aromas that develop on the palate through to the complex lingering finish. (12 x 75 cl)

This estate, started by Giacomo Voerzio in the 1950's, has been run by his son Roberto since the 1980's and has done exceedingly well under this new regime. Considered by many to be the leading producer of the region, Roberto Voerzio is an outspoken modernist and is understandably, unabashedly proud of his own estate and techniques. Voerzio's highly concentrated wines are the result of the very low yields he enforces in the vineyard, leaving 8 buds per vine. If the summer is exceptional, it is left as is and yields little more than 1 bottle per vine, approximately 2 tons per acre. If the weather is rainy and cool in late August or early September, production is reduced. Pozzo Dell'Annunziata, is located 900-1,100 ft. above sea level, with southeastern exposure and a calcareous, clayey soil composition. The Vineyard covers 7.000 sq. meters acres planted in early 1990s with a density of 3,237 vines per acre vines per acre. The vines are planted in the Guyot method and yield 1 ton per acre tons per acre. The first vintage was bottled in 1996, and 1,350 bottles produced annually. The 2001 vintage has a big and rich, with black licorice, plum and toasty oak character. Full-bodied and almost jammy, with layers of fruit, velvety tannins, and a long finish. Available in Magnum Bottles. (3 x 1.5 Litres)

This estate, started by Giacomo Voerzio in the 1950's, has been run by his son Roberto since the 1980's and has done exceedingly well under this new regime. Considered by many to be the leading producer of the region, Roberto Voerzio is an outspoken modernist and is understandably, unabashedly proud of his own estate and techniques. Voerzio's highly concentrated wines are the result of the very low yields he enforces in the vineyard, leaving 8 buds per vine. If the summer is exceptional, it is left as is and yields little more than 1 bottle per vine, approximately 2 tons per acre. If the weather is rainy and cool in late August or early September, production is reduced. Cerequio, located 820 ft. above sea level, with South exposure and a calcareous and clay soil composition. Made from 100% Nebbiolo the first vintage was bottled in 1987 and 4,000 bottles are produced annually. Aged in new and old barriques the wine is aged 20-25 months followed by an additional 2-3 years in bottle prior to release from the winery. A deep ruby-red colour wine with an aromatic nose of dried rose and truffle. The Nebbiolo exhibits flavors of ripe cherries and roses that explode with a complex and persistent roundness. This Voerzio has an extremely long finish, with granular tannins this is a wine to be savoured. (12 x 75 cl)

This estate, started by Giacomo Voerzio in the 1950's, has been run by his son Roberto since the 1980's and has done exceedingly well under this new regime. Considered by many to be the leading producer of the region, Roberto Voerzio is an outspoken modernist and is understandably, unabashedly proud of his own estate and techniques. Voerzio's highly concentrated wines are the result of the very low yields he enforces in the vineyard, leaving 8 buds per vine. If the summer is exceptional, it is left as is and yields little more than 1 bottle per vine, approximately 2 tons per acre. If the weather is rainy and cool in late August or early September, production is reduced. The Sarmassa vineyard is located just below Cerequio. Whereas Cerequio is within the commune of La Morra, Sarmassa is just over the boundary and lies within the commune of Barolo. The vineyard was planted in 1985. Being one of the older vineyards worked by Roberto Voerzio, the density is slightly looser at 4,942 vines per acre. The Nebbiolo grapes were harvested in late September-early October. The grapes were crushed and the must macerated in contact with the skins for 10 days. The wine was aged in Allier barriques for 26 months followed by an additional 12 months in bottle. The 2000 vintage Sarmassa is a powerful wine that with great aromas and flavors of spicy and red fruit with a hint of oak. The tannins are firm and well integrated with a long finish. Available in Magnum Bottles.

This estate, started by Giacomo Voerzio in the 1950's, has been run by his son Roberto since the 1980's and has done exceedingly well under this new regime. Considered by many to be the leading producer of the region, Roberto Voerzio is an outspoken modernist and is understandably, unabashedly proud of his own estate and techniques. His highly concentrated wines are the result of the very low yields he enforces in the vineyard, leaving 8 buds per vine. If the summer is exceptional, it is left as is and yields little more than 1 bottle per vine, approximately 2 tons per acre. If the weather is rainy and cool in late August or early September, production is reduced. The 1999 vintage is big and chewy, with loads in reserve. Aromas of mushrooms, berries and smoke combine with a full-bodied palate and a great finish. A fantasic wine due to extremely low yields with only 320 cases made.

The estate, started by Giacomo Voerzio in the 1950's, has been run by his son Roberto since the 1980's and has done exceedingly well under this new regime. Considered by many to be the leading producer of the region, Roberto Voerzio is an outspoken modernist and is understandably, unabashedly proud of his own estate and techniques. Voerzio's highly concentrated wines are the result of the very low yields he enforces in the vineyard, leaving 8 buds per vine. If the summer is exceptional, it is left as is and yields little more than 1 bottle per vine, approximately 2 tons per acre. If the weather is rainy and cool in late August or early September, production is reduced. Ageing for 27 months using a combination of new, 1 and 2 year old barrique has produced a deep ruby red coloured wine. With aromas of violet, spices, marmelade of fruit raspberry, liquorice, this wine is well structured, mouth-filling, with sweet, enveloping tannins with a persistent licorice finish. Available in Magnum Bottles. (1 x 1.5 Litres)

Opaque, ruby colour followed by aromas of blackberry, cherry and raspberry, pure and highly extracted with powerful flavours and potent tannin. This will require many years of cellaring but will be truly remarkable when its time comes. Parker, . (12 x 75 cl)

Opaque, ruby colour followed by aromas of blackberry, cherry and raspberry, pure and highly extracted with powerful flavours and potent tannin. This will require many years of cellaring but will be truly remarkable when its time comes. Parker, . (12 x 75 cl)

Roberto Voerzio CAPALOT Barolo Riserva from Italy, Piemonte, Barolo by Roberto Voerzio La Morra