BAROLO 05 MARCARINI "LA SERRA"
WINE ADVOCATE 90 POINTS-The 2005 Barolo La Serra opens with high-toned, floral aromas that lead to bright red fruits, sweet spices, mint and licorice. The tannins are somewhat firm but also well balanced, while the finish is equally sublime. The La Serra remains a delicate, medium-bodied Barolo that is likely to offer its finest drinking over the next decade or so, although my sense is that well-stored bottles may continue to drink well beyond that. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2025.
Proprietor Manuel Marchetti waited until after the October rains to harvest. According to Marchetti the grapes weren’t physically ripe when it rained so he gambled and waited out the bad weather. In his case that seems to have been a very wise choice. Both 2005 Marcarini Barolos are gorgeous and beautifully balanced wines. In fact, these Barolos could be used to teach a class on what greatness truly means when it comes to one of Piedmont’s most historic vineyards.
