Vintage Character Voerzio Martini Barolo 'La Serra' DOCG 2019 comes from the La Serra MGA in La Morra, one of Barolo’s most celebrated zones for Nebbiolo of perfume and finesse. The 2019 vintage is widely regarded as a strong year in Barolo: a long growing season and balanced late-season conditions helped preserve aromatic clarity while allowing tannins to ripen evenly. La Serra’s calcareous marl soils and the elevated, well-exposed hillside in La Morra favor a more lifted, graceful expression of Barolo, where structure is framed by freshness rather than weight.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing The wine opens with classic Nebbiolo notes of red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petal and violet, followed by hints of blood orange, sweet spice, licorice and a light balsamic nuance. On the palate it is full-bodied yet finely cut, with high-toned fruit, firm but polished tannins, vivid acidity and a long, savory finish that gradually reveals earthy depth. Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate awarded it 93 points, underscoring both the quality of the vintage and the precision of the site expression. Pair it with braised veal shank, porcini risotto, or roast duck.
Winery Background Voerzio Martini is a small La Morra estate founded through the partnership of the Voerzio and Martini families, with a clear focus on cru Barolo from carefully tended hillside vineyards. The estate is known for high-density plantings, restricted yields and meticulous hand work in the vineyard to capture concentration without sacrificing elegance. In the cellar, the aim is precision over force, with gentle extraction to protect Nebbiolo’s floral profile and measured élevage that supports, rather than masks, the character of the cru. That balance of modern accuracy and traditional respect makes the estate especially compelling for drinkers seeking Barolo with both pedigree and refinement.