This bottle of 2010 Roberto Voerzio “Brunate” was generously provided by a friend who wanted to share this with me after service along with a few others from Tasting Group. Opened, splash decanted and consumed over three hours; served side-by-side with the 2010 Pecchenino “Le Coste”. The Voerzio “Brunate” was a relative hermit. Even after three hours in the decanter, it remained a bit of a wallflower while the Pecchenino was a whirling dervish on the dance floor. The classic structure of 2010 and the austerity of “Brunate” made for an impenetrable fortress, keeping the fruit under lock and key…and behind a moat and a drawbridge and stone walls with soldiers and trebuchets for that matter. Despite all of that, one does get the sense there is a deep core of high quality fruit recessed underneath the surface. It’s dark and mysterious…and simply hard to access at this moment in time. For what it’s worth, Voerzio’s holdings in “Brunate” come from the western portion of the MGA, on the La Morra side, right next to Oddero’s holdings. Frankly, this is going to need a long, long time in the cellar before it shows really well. If i had any in my cellar, I wouldn’t touch again until 2030. — 2 years ago
Peachy and soft. Beautifully done — 4 years ago
Xmas Eve Dinner 2024 — 4 months ago
Wow. I’m really surprised. I was expecting a bit harsh and heavy tannins but instead I got pleasant fruity with a nice finish. Pressie from F&J and they’ve got good taste. I’d buy this happily. . — 7 months ago
Big, bold dark fruit. Vanilla, herbs, and spice. Smooth finish. — 6 months ago
William Lamb
Had 2021 Zinfandel in Cambria. Anniversary trip. Excellent. Buying more soon. — 17 hours ago