Ettore Germano 2021 Serralunga D'Alba Barolo

Dark, brooding profile with layers of black cherry, dark berry, tobacco leaf, and savory herbs, accented by hints of smoked game and charcuterie. The wine opens with an aromatic promise of fruit but quickly reveals its Serralunga soul on the palate, leaning into leather, dried herbs, and earthy depth. Its structure is firm yet balanced, with dense tannins supported by bright, gleaming acidity that drives a medium‑long, confident finish. This vintage carries notable energy and gravitas, offering both immediate character and the potential to evolve beautifully with time.

94PTS Robert Parker
Ettore Germano specializes in Barolo from Serralunga d'Alba. The wine that casts the widest net is the 2021 Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba. With 15,000 bottles made, it opens to a dark color, powerful texture and a richness that supports dark fruit, black licorice, toasted aniseed and candied orange. There is a tart note of pomegranate as well. The wine definitely hits higher on the Nebbiolo intensity meter.

93PTS James Suckling
A Barolo focused on fragrance and juiciness. Bright dried cherries, strawberries and fresh flowers, together with touches of citrus and pepper. Velvety and medium- to full-bodied with delicate, crisp acidity and a tight mid-palate. Savory and slightly austere finish, yet well balanced and approachable overall. More or less drinkable now, but best from 2026.

93PTS Jeb Dunnuck
The 2021 Barolo Del Comune Di Serralunga D'Alba pours a deep ruby red color and is spicy on the nose, with notes of licorice, black cherries, cracked pepper, and toasted rosemary. It has fantastic and potent energy on the palate, with a saturating feel and medium to full body, filling the palate with ripe tannin, refreshing acidity, and a powerful gravitas of Serralunga character. It’s only going to benefit from another year or so in bottle. Drink 2026-2040.