Marcarini Barolo La Serra - 2007

Marcarini Barolo La Serra 2007 is a single-vineyard Barolo DOCG from La Morra in Piedmont, Italy, made from 100% Nebbiolo in a 750ml bottle. Awarded 92 points by Robert Parker, this cru bottling from the La Serra vineyard is recognized as a beautifully proportioned, harmonious expression of one of Barolo's most elegant sites.

Quick Facts: ABV: ~14%  |  Origin: La Morra, Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy  |  Vintage: 2007  |  Producer: Marcarini

Production & Heritage

The Marcarini estate is one of La Morra's historic producers, with vineyards in prized cru sites across the commune. The 2007 La Serra underwent 15 days of fermentation followed by an extended 39 days of skin contact, drawing color, structure, and aromatic complexity from the Nebbiolo skins. The wine then matured for two years in large, neutral oak casks before being racked into steel to rest prior to bottling — a traditional Barolo approach that preserves varietal transparency. The La Serra vineyard itself sits on soils low in organic matter but rich in mineral salts and microelements, producing wines with good color, firm structure, and flavorful yet never excessive tannins. A particular microclimate marked by gentle ventilation and dry, fresh air circulation further defines the site's character.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The bouquet opens with perfumed red berries and dried flowers, quickly followed by mint and a subtle fennel-like herbal note. The aromatics are already open and expressive, reflecting the elegance typical of the La Serra site.

Taste: On entry, the palate reveals citrus-tinged red fruit with a gentle sweetness, moving into a mid-palate that shows more volume and depth than La Serra typically delivers. Notes of watermelon rind, anise seed, and a faint earthiness emerge as the wine opens, all framed by hard, firm tannins that lend serious structure.

Finish: The finish is long and taut, with lingering mineral salts and dried herb notes. The tannins tighten on the close, suggesting continued development in bottle while already drinking with considerable poise.

How to Drink La Serra 2007

This Barolo is best served at 60–64°F in a large-bowled glass after decanting for at least an hour to allow the firm tannins to soften and the aromatics to fully unfold. Given its age and structure, neat appreciation is the ideal serve — this is not a wine designed for cocktails but rather for the table or contemplative sipping alongside food.

Best For

• Pairing with a special Italian dinner featuring braised meats or truffle dishes
• Gifting a Barolo collector or Nebbiolo enthusiast
• Cellaring as part of a vertical tasting of La Serra vintages
• Marking an anniversary or milestone occasion from 2007

Frequently Asked Questions

What does La Serra 2007 taste like? It delivers perfumed red berries, citrus, and mint on the nose, with a palate of structured red fruit, anise, and mineral depth supported by firm tannins characteristic of traditionally made Barolo.

How does La Serra compare to Marcarini Brunate? La Serra is the estate's more perfumed, finesse-driven cru, while Brunate is known for greater power and richness. Both are 100% Nebbiolo from La Morra, but they represent opposite ends of the stylistic spectrum within the Marcarini portfolio.

Is La Serra 2007 good for sipping neat? Yes — this is a structured, age-worthy Barolo best appreciated neat after decanting, ideally alongside food that complements its firm tannins and aromatic complexity.

Where is La Serra 2007 made? It is produced by the Marcarini estate in the commune of La Morra within the Barolo DOCG zone in Piedmont, northwestern Italy. The La Serra vineyard is one of La Morra's recognized single-vineyard cru sites.

What foods pair well with La Serra 2007? Braised beef or veal shin (osso buco) complements the wine's firm tannins. White truffle risotto echoes its earthy, herbal depth. Aged Parmigiano-Reggiano mirrors its mineral salts. Roasted duck with wild mushrooms matches the red fruit and anise notes. Tajarin pasta with butter and sage provides a simple, classic Piemontese pairing.

What sizes does La Serra 2007 come in? The standard release is a 750ml bottle.

Is La Serra 2007 worth the price? La Serra positions as a mid-to-premium single-vineyard Barolo from a respected, traditionally minded estate. The 92-point Robert Parker score and the wine's proven aging potential support its value within the broader landscape of cru Barolo offerings.

Why La Serra 2007?

The 2007 vintage in Piedmont was warm and generous, and this La Serra reflects that character with more volume and depth than the site typically shows — a quality noted by critics. With a 92-point Robert Parker score and fully traditional production using extended maceration and large neutral cask aging, this is an honest, site-expressive Barolo unburdened by new oak influence. The La Serra vineyard's mineral-rich, low-organic soils and distinctive ventilated microclimate give the wine a transparency and aromatic purity that sets it apart from denser, more extracted Barolo styles. At over fifteen years of age, the 2007 is entering a compelling drinking window where fruit, structure, and tertiary complexity converge.