AZELIA MARGHERIA BAROLO DOCG 750 ml

Discover the commanding presence of Azelia Margheria Barolo DOCG, sourced from the rugged terrains of Serralunga d’Alba in Piedmont, Italy. This red wine captures the essence of its homeland with a bold complexity that draws you in from the first encounter. Picture layers unfolding—hints of black fruits mingling alongside licorice and spice notes true to the Serralunga character. It surges with energy, where firm tannins build a solid foundation, lending remarkable depth and weight to every sip. The finish lingers with a vibrant sapidity, echoing mineral earthiness and a touch of saltiness that leaves a sculpted, bright impression.

Critics have taken note of its standout qualities. James Suckling awarded 96 points, praising the bouquet of fresh roses, strawberries, and white mushrooms, alongside a full-bodied, finely layered palate with dusty tannins and exceptional length. Vinous gave 94 points, highlighting its perfumed openness, dark mystery, and evolving flavors of dark cherry, blood orange, spice, leather, iron, and scorched earth, powered by potent Serralunga tannins. Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate scored 93 points for its structured tannins, blackberry, plum, licorice, rusty nail, and crushed stone, revealing a lean ruby hue with surprising richness. Wine Enthusiast also at 93 points notes scorched earth giving way to toasted hazelnut, forest floor, dried herbs, iris, cranberry, star anise, and orange zest, supported by tight, fine-grained tannins. Jeb Dunnuck’s 93 points emphasize herbaceous sweet tobacco, dried black raspberry, gentian root, tea leaf, cherry pit, and orange pith with building tannins. Even Wine Spectator’s 90 points recognizes the tight cherry, plum, eucalyptus, tar, and mineral profile, balanced despite its firmness.

Elevate your table with this impressive Barolo alongside grilled steak, roast beef, rack of lamb, lamb shank, osso buco, or sharp cheddar. It transforms hearty dishes into memorable feasts, cutting through richness while amplifying savory depths. Whether savoring solo or sharing, Azelia Margheria delivers sophistication and persistence that resonates long after the glass is empty. For those seeking a Piedmont red with genuine gravitas, this 750 ml bottle at 14.50% ABV stands ready to impress.