The 2021 Giovanni Rosso Barolo DOCG Cerretta is a powerful and finely structured single-vineyard Barolo sourced from the prestigious Cerretta cru in Serralunga d’Alba, one of the most revered sites for age-worthy Nebbiolo in Piemonte. Produced by the highly respected Giovanni Rosso estate, the wine reflects the hallmark intensity and mineral depth associated with Serralunga while maintaining remarkable precision and elegance. The nose is layered and highly expressive, revealing aromas of wild raspberry, dark cherry and rose petal alongside tobacco, fresh leather, crushed herbs and subtle earthy spice.
On the palate, it is full-bodied with firm yet polished tannins and vibrant acidity creating a wine of both power and finesse. Flavours of red berry fruit, cranberry and dark plum are supported by notes of liquorice, mint, graphite and savoury mineral complexity. Traditional long maceration and extended maturation in large French oak casks help preserve vineyard character while allowing the wine’s structural depth to develop gradually. The Cerretta vineyard’s limestone and sandstone soils contribute a strong mineral backbone and distinctive tension through the palate. The finish is long, layered and persistent with fine tannin grip and impressive energy that promises long-term evolution in bottle.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this Cerretta Barolo is an outstanding choice for collectors and Nebbiolo enthusiasts seeking a serious Serralunga expression with depth, structure and exceptional aging potential. Particularly well suited to braised beef, truffle risotto, slow-cooked lamb or aged hard cheeses such as Parmigiano Reggiano. Drinking impressively with extended decanting in its youth, though the wine’s firm tannins and mineral structure will reward careful cellaring over the next 15–25 years.
