The 2021 Bel Colle Barolo DOCG Simposio is a beautifully classical and approachable Barolo that captures the elegance and complexity of the appellation through a blend of Nebbiolo sourced from several distinguished vineyards across Verduno, La Morra and Novello. The name “Simposio” refers to the meeting or blending of these terroirs, creating a wine that balances perfume, structure and accessibility while remaining unmistakably Barolo in character. Produced using traditional long maceration and extended ageing in large Slavonian and French oak casks, the 2021 vintage reflects the exceptional quality of the year, combining ripe fruit concentration with remarkable freshness and precision.
The nose reveals wild strawberry, redcurrant and cherry layered alongside dried rose petal, violet, licorice and delicate spice, giving the wine remarkable aromatic lift and classic Nebbiolo character. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied with velvety yet authoritative tannins, vibrant acidity and a finely balanced mineral core. Layers of sour cherry, orange peel and savoury herbal nuance unfold with excellent precision and freshness, finishing long, poised and beautifully persistent with impressive ageing potential. Critics have praised the wine’s balance between power and elegance, with Wine Enthusiast highlighting its “wild strawberries,” “rose petals” and “power and poise.”
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2021 Bel Colle Barolo Simposio is a superb modern Barolo — elegant, mineral and beautifully refined with outstanding freshness and classic Nebbiolo complexity. Perfect with truffle pasta, braised beef, roast duck, porcini dishes or aged hard cheeses. Decant if drinking young or cellar gracefully through 2042+.
