Aromas recalling dark spice, culinary herb, new leather and camphor accent scents of wild berry on the fragrant Ettore Germano 2020 Barolo del Comune di Serralunga. Firm and youthfully tense, the vibrant palate offers succulent red cherry, spiced cranberry, blood orange and star anise alongside firm, fine-grained tannins.
96 points, Kerin O'Keefe (Oct 2023)
The Ettore Germano 2020 Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba is very representative of the village with aromas of earthy root and iron ore that fold into floral tones of lavender and dried rose. The wine is quite focused and sharp, but the intensity is not too dialed up. The wine ends with savory tones and loosely knit tannins. Production is 15,000 bottles.
93 points, Monica Larner, Wine Advocate (Jan 2025)
Almost lush in texture, this supple red boasts cherry, raspberry, floral, earth and pine flavors. Fluid and open, showing excellent balance, with light tannins gracing the fresh finish. Best from 2027 through 2043. 1,300 cases made, 720 cases imported.
93 points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator (Feb 2025)
This wine rises from the glass with aromas of a fresh bag of fruits from the green market with ripe raspberry, cherry and blackberry. The fruits combine with wild mint and thyme as mixed spice tickle the nose. The rich palate boasts notes of licorice root, amaro botanicals with a solid core of mixed berries. Powerful, generous and harmonious this is a wine for now or later but will bring smiles for years. Drink Now - 2040
93 points, Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast (Sep 2024)
Tarry and savory, with baking spices, dried strawberries, grilled grapefruit and a touch of iron. Firm and medium-bodied on the palate, with juicy, savory fruit and a lengthy finish. Drink or hold.
92 points, Zekun Shuai, James Suckling (Sep 2024)
A ripe youthful red color, the 2020 Barolo Del Comune Di Serralunga D'Alba is expressive out of the gates, with fresh fruity aromas of cranberry preserve, tangerine, sweet licorice, and dried alpine herbs. It brings forward good energy on the palate, with a linear feel and a delicate texture, fine tannins, a subtle iron mineral tone, and fresh acidity. This charming wine is drinking well now and will show at its best over the coming 5-7 years.
91 points, Audrey Frick, Jeb Dunnuck (May 2024)
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