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Brezza Barolo Sarmassa 2018 750ml

size
750ml
country
Italy
region
Piedmont
appellation
Barolo
WE
95
DC
94
VM
93
WA
92
Additional vintages
WE
95
Rated 95 by Wine Enthusiast
Varietal aromas of rose, camphor, new leather and ripe dark-skinned berry lead the nose. Firmly structured and still youthfully austere but already delicious, the palate delivers ripe Marasca cherry, cranberry, licorice and tobacco alongside a tannic backbone. Vibrant acidity keeps it balanced and loaded with energy. Drink 2028–2038. (Cellar Selection) ... More details
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Brezza Barolo Sarmassa 2018 750ml

SKU 918011
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Professional Ratings
WE
95
DC
94
VM
93
WA
92
WE
95
Rated 95 by Wine Enthusiast
Varietal aromas of rose, camphor, new leather and ripe dark-skinned berry lead the nose. Firmly structured and still youthfully austere but already delicious, the palate delivers ripe Marasca cherry, cranberry, licorice and tobacco alongside a tannic backbone. Vibrant acidity keeps it balanced and loaded with energy. Drink 2028–2038. (Cellar Selection)
DC
94
Rated 94 by Decanter
Lower production volume than usual for Brezza's Sarmassa, located in the flatter and more evolved soil of the MGA, helps to give balance to this 2018 vintage. Aromas of red currants, liquorice, pepper, then dried cherry with a great depth of mint; a multifaceted Barolo with graceful complexity. The attack is austere yet precise, with crisp acidity, clean red currant flavour and a crunchy finish. Drinking Window: 2022 - 2030
VM
93
Rated 93 by Vinous Media
The 2018 Barolo Sarmassa benefits from the addition of the fruit that would have gone into the Riserva. A Barolo of breadth and power, the Sarmassa possesses terrific depth and plenty of substance. Dark plum, gravel, cured meat, smoke, licorice and incense add to a feeling of somber gravitas. I won't be surprised if the 2018 turns out to be even better than this note suggests. Hints of dried herb, menthol, licorice, tobacco and incense linger on a finish graced with notable aromatic complexity.
WA
92
Rated 92 by Wine Advocate
The 2018 Barolo Sarmassa (a certified organic wine) is pristine and polished throughout. The Nebbiolo grape has this terrific capacity of delivering deep inner power in a manner that is not immediately apparent. It creeps up on you, delivering more complexity and nuance along the way. Only the 15% alcohol is out of line (this extra heat is a problem throughout the vintage), but the wine otherwise comes together with good focus. Production is 8,692 bottles.
Product Details
size
750ml
country
Italy
region
Piedmont
appellation
Barolo
Additional vintages
Overview
Varietal aromas of rose, camphor, new leather and ripe dark-skinned berry lead the nose. Firmly structured and still youthfully austere but already delicious, the palate delivers ripe Marasca cherry, cranberry, licorice and tobacco alongside a tannic backbone. Vibrant acidity keeps it balanced and loaded with energy. Drink 2028–2038. (Cellar Selection)
green grapes

Varietal: Nebbiolo

Nebbiolo is not necessarily a particularly easy grape to cultivate. Indeed, its very late ripening time often means that yield is very low, and they are also quite susceptible to various diseases and forms of rot. However, in their native Italy and in many other countries around the world, wineries persevere with this varietal due to the fact that few other grapes can produce wines as wonderful, complex and flavorful as those made with the Nebbiolo grape. These grapes offer a beautifully pale red juice, packed full of intense flavors such as truffle, violet and prune, making them a real treat for serious wine drinkers looking for a sensory experience not to be forgotten. They are also renowned for their affinity for aging, which allows their strong tannins to mellow and compliment their stunning flavor.
barrel

Region: Piedmont

Situated in the north-western part of Italy, the region of Piedmont is known worldwide and is highly respected for the quality of the wines produced there. Many of the most successful sub-regions in Piedmont produce many of the world's finest red wines, such as those made from the excellent Nebbiolo grape varietal in areas such as Barolo and Barbaresco. However, the historic wineries which typify this region use a relatively wide variety of grapes, including Dolcetto and Barbera for their red wines, which are typically aged and have a delightful velvety character. Piedmont isn't all about beautifully complex red wines, though, as it is also famed for high quality, elegant sparkling wines, notably the Asti wines made with the white Moscato grape. The region benefits from a range of terroirs which are often well expressed in the sparkling wines, and a wonderfully consistent climate ideal for vineyard cultivation.
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Country: Italy

It isn't difficult to understand why Italy is famed not just for the quality of its wines, but also for the vast variety and range of characteristics found in the wines there. The terrain of the country varies wildly, from the lush rolling green hills and valley of Tuscany, to the sun drenched rocky coasts of Sicily, the mountainous and alpine regions of the north, and the marshy lowlands of the east. Italy really does have a little bit of everything. Combine this huge range of landscapes with an almost perfect climate for grape cultivation, and you have a country seemingly designed for viticultural excellence. The results speak for themselves, and it is clear to see that wine has become an inseparable part of Italian culture as a result of its abundance and brilliance. Each village, city and region has a local wine perfectly matched with the cuisine of the area, and not an evening passes without the vast majority of Italian families raising a glass of locally sourced wine with pride and pleasure.
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Varietal: Nebbiolo

Nebbiolo is not necessarily a particularly easy grape to cultivate. Indeed, its very late ripening time often means that yield is very low, and they are also quite susceptible to various diseases and forms of rot. However, in their native Italy and in many other countries around the world, wineries persevere with this varietal due to the fact that few other grapes can produce wines as wonderful, complex and flavorful as those made with the Nebbiolo grape. These grapes offer a beautifully pale red juice, packed full of intense flavors such as truffle, violet and prune, making them a real treat for serious wine drinkers looking for a sensory experience not to be forgotten. They are also renowned for their affinity for aging, which allows their strong tannins to mellow and compliment their stunning flavor.
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Region: Piedmont

Situated in the north-western part of Italy, the region of Piedmont is known worldwide and is highly respected for the quality of the wines produced there. Many of the most successful sub-regions in Piedmont produce many of the world's finest red wines, such as those made from the excellent Nebbiolo grape varietal in areas such as Barolo and Barbaresco. However, the historic wineries which typify this region use a relatively wide variety of grapes, including Dolcetto and Barbera for their red wines, which are typically aged and have a delightful velvety character. Piedmont isn't all about beautifully complex red wines, though, as it is also famed for high quality, elegant sparkling wines, notably the Asti wines made with the white Moscato grape. The region benefits from a range of terroirs which are often well expressed in the sparkling wines, and a wonderfully consistent climate ideal for vineyard cultivation.
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Country: Italy

It isn't difficult to understand why Italy is famed not just for the quality of its wines, but also for the vast variety and range of characteristics found in the wines there. The terrain of the country varies wildly, from the lush rolling green hills and valley of Tuscany, to the sun drenched rocky coasts of Sicily, the mountainous and alpine regions of the north, and the marshy lowlands of the east. Italy really does have a little bit of everything. Combine this huge range of landscapes with an almost perfect climate for grape cultivation, and you have a country seemingly designed for viticultural excellence. The results speak for themselves, and it is clear to see that wine has become an inseparable part of Italian culture as a result of its abundance and brilliance. Each village, city and region has a local wine perfectly matched with the cuisine of the area, and not an evening passes without the vast majority of Italian families raising a glass of locally sourced wine with pride and pleasure.