Kerin O'Keefe

"Il Barolo Sarmassa 2022 di Brezza è un rosso di corpo pieno con aromi che richiamano l'eucalipto, le spezie scure, il cuoio nuovo e la pineta. Al palato, caldo e fermo, tannini fitti e a grana stretta accompagnano ciliegia essiccata, liquirizia, tabacco e un cenno di scorza d'arancia. Da bere tra il 2028 e il 2034. Alcol: 15%" — Kerin O’Keefe, Febbraio 2026 ©kerinokeefe.com

"Levigato e fragrante, il Barolo Castellero 2022 di Brezza offre piacevoli profumi di lavanda, frutti di bosco, eucalipto e spezie. Etereo ed elegante, il palato vibrante presenta ciliegia rossa aspra, mirtillo rosso speziato, Gaultheria (teaberry) e spezie dolci, prima di un finale alla scorza d'arancia. Tannini flessuosi e a grana fine forniscono un delicato supporto, mentre la fresca acidità lo mantiene brillante. È un vino già accessibile, ma che offrirà anche diversi anni di ottima beva. Da bere tra il 2027 e il 2034. Alcol: 15%" — Kerin O’Keefe, Febbraio 2026 ©kerinokeefe.com

"Aromi di rosa, frutti di bosco e anice stellato si mescolano a un soffio di cuoio e sottobosco nell'invitante e fragrante Barolo Cannubi 2022 di Brezza. Elegante e sapido, il palato levigato e di corpo pieno offre ciliegia rossa succulenta, tartufo, cannella piccante e pepe rosa, accanto a tannini tesi e a grana fine che donano una certa presa al finale. Persino in un'annata impegnativa come la 2022, è l'espressione quintessenziale di questo celebre vigneto. Da bere tra il 2029 e il 2034. Alcol: 14,5%" — Kerin O’Keefe, Febbraio 2026 ©kerinokeefe.com

"Aromi di canfora, cuoio nuovo, sottobosco, spezie scure e frutti di bosco maturi delineano il naso, insieme a un soffio di fiori blu, nel lineare Barolo Brezza 2022. Avvolgente e vellutato, il palato presenta ciliegia sotto spirito, composta di lamponi, liquirizia, scorza d'arancia speziata e una nota mentolata, accompagnate da tannini vellutati come velluto stropicciato. Da bere tra il 2027 e il 2034. Alcol: 15%" — Kerin O’Keefe, Febbraio 2026 ©kerinokeefe.com

Aromi di liquore alla mandorla, fiori blu e frutta matura a buccia scura compongono un naso invitante. I profumi si ripresentano su un palato ricco, concentrato e assolutamente delizioso, accompagnati da polpa di lampone e anice stellato. Tannini vellutati offrono un morbido supporto. Da bere entro il 2028. Alcol: 15%" — Kerin O’Keefe, Giugno 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

The straight 2021 Barolo from Brezza has lovely scents of red berry, blue flower and a whiff of eucalyptus. Polished and still quite young, the racy palate offers red cherry, strawberry and star anise before a black tea close. Taut, refined tannins provide lithe support while bright acidity keeps it well balanced. Give this time to fully develop. Drink 2029-2036. Abv: 14% Kerin O’Keefe January 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

"La Freisa 2024 di Brezza dimostra quanto possano essere affascinanti i vini prodotti con questo raro vitigno autoctono, a partire dai suoi profumi ipnotici di rosa rossa, geranio, spezie dolci da cucina e frutti di bosco. Il palato sapido mostra una grande freschezza, con note di mirtillo rosso, melagrana, lampone e pepe bianco, accompagnate da tannini flessuosi ma ben presenti. Una brillante acidità lo mantiene vibrante. Da bere entro il 2027. Alcol: 13,5%" — Kerin O’Keefe, Giugno 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

"Il Chardonnay 2024 di Brezza è un vino delizioso, con aromi e sapori di frutta a nocciolo bianca, agrumi e note minerali saline. Prodotto con uve da agricoltura biologica provenienti da cloni dello Champagne impiantati nei vigneti di proprietà nel 1991 e nel 1994, possiede grande dinamismo ed eleganza. Pronto da bere. Alcol: 12,5%" — Kerin O’Keefe, Giugno 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

"Prodotto interamente con uve Nebbiolo da agricoltura biologica e vinificato in cemento, il vivace Langhe Nebbiolo 2024 di Brezza presenta aromi di fragola, viola, spezie dolci e anice stellato. Tannini flessuosi e una spiccata acidità lo mantengono levigato ed energico, mentre una nota di arancia amara ne segna la chiusura. Da bere entro il 2027. Alcol: 13%" — Kerin O'Keefe, Giugno 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

From the cru located on the opposite side of the Barolo ridge from Cannubi that has a warmer microclimate and clay and silt soils, the 2021 Sarmassa has intense aromas of dark spice, wild berry, camphor and a whiff of botanical herb. Full-bodied and intense, the palate features ripe Morello cherry, licorice, blood orange and a hint recalling almond liqueur accompanied by tightly-knit, refined tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. What a gorgeous wine and a great expression of this vineyard site. Drink 2031–2041. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe January 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

New leather, camphor, rose, truffle and tobacco are just some of the aromas you’ll find on the mesmerizing 2019 Sarmassa Vigna Bricco Riserva. Full-bodied and vibrant, the savory palate already has a great depth of flavors even at this primary stage that include raspberry compote, strawberry, orange zest, licorice and ground clove supported by a backbone of refined tannins. Bright acidity keeps it balanced and energized. A stunning wine that will continue to evolve for years. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe January 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

Made with organically farmed Nebbiolo, the 2024 Langhe Rosato from Brezza is fantastic, starting with its lovely aromas of red cherries, wild roses and a whiff of peach pit. Bright and savory, the refreshing palate features succulent strawberries, pomegranates, orange zest and white pepper before closing on a salty note. Crisp acidity keeps it clean and quenching. Drink through 2026. Abv: 12.5% Kerin O’Keefe May 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

From the MGA of the same name located in the village of Barolo at an altitude of 300m above sea level in a site with predominately sandy soils, the Brezza 2021 Castellero has beautiful aromas of wild rose, camphor, cedar and dark culinary spice. Elegantly structured and still primary, the vibrant palate delivers red cherry, licorice, white pepper and black tea set against a tannic backbone and firm acidity. Give this time to develop to its full potential. Drink 2031–2041. Abv: 14% Kerin O’Keefe January 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

From the historic heart of this celebrated vineyard site, the compelling 2021 Cannubi from Brezza shows all the class and pedigree that has made this site famous. It opens with heady aromas recalling woodland berry, crushed wild rose, hay, anise and whiffs of new leather and crushed mint. Full-bodied and still youthfully austere, the elegantly structured palate delivers juicy red cherry, pomegranate, licorice and white pepper set against tightly wound, fine-grained tannins. Bright acidity provides balance and energy. Hold for even more complexity. An absolute stunner. Drink 2031–2041. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe January 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

Dark spice, violet and mature black-skinned fruit aromas mingle with a balsamic whiff of camphor. Big and bold, the palate offers dried cherry, prune, licorice and mature orange rind alongside taut, enveloping tannins. You’ll also notice the warmth of evident alcohol on the close. Drink through 2027. Abv: 15% Kerin O’Keefe January 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

Showing the grape’s young, charming side, the 2023 Langhe Nebbiolo from Brezza is fresh, fragrant and delicious. Made with organically farmed grapes, it opens with scents of forest berry, blue flower and baking spice that on the palate become more defined flavors of juicy strawberry, cinnamon and star anise capped off with a saline tang. Fresh acidity and polished tannins provide seamless support. Drink through 2028. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe January 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

Always the most structured of Brezza’s MeGA offerings, the 2020 Sarmassa is a gorgeous wine, starting with its classic varietal aromas of menthol, wild rose, new leather and pressed rose. Firmly structured, the taut, savory palate shows succulent red cherry, pomegranate, licorice and ground clove. Tightly knit tannins and fresh acidity keep it balanced and provide an age-worthy structure. Drink 2029–2038. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe February 2024 kerinokeefe.com

Rose hip, dark spice and camphor aromas lead the way on the radiant 2020 Cannubi from Brezza. Made with organically grown grapes from the historical heart of this celebrated hillside, the elegant, structured palate delivers ripe raspberry, pomegranate, licorice and tangy, almost salty mineral notes. Showing great balance and energy, it also shows good aging potential especially for the forward vintage. Drink 2029–2035. Abv:14.5% Kerin O’Keefe February 2024 kerinokeefe.com

Extremely refined, the 2020 Castellero from Brezza has lovely aromas of woodland berry, new leather, Alpine herb and dark culinary spice. On the linear palate, taut, chalky tannins accompany wild strawberry, blood orange, star anise and crushed mint while fresh acidity keeps it balanced. With event sandier soils than the Cannubi vineyard, Castellero combines youthful austerity with structure and elegant restraint and needs a few more years to fully integrate. Drink 2027–2035. Abv: 14% Kerin O’Keefe February 2024.

Rose, forest berry and camphor aromas come to the forefront on the lovely, classic 2020 Barolo from Brezza. Lithe and linear, the savory, approachable palate features juicy pomegranate, cranberry and star anise accompanied by taut, polished tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced and bright. Drink 2026–2032. Abv: 14% Kerin O’Keefe February 2024 ©kerinokeefe.com

The savory, enjoyable 2022 Langhe Nebbiolo from Brezza embodies the grape’s more immediate, generous side. Combining personality and sheer drinking pleasure, it has aromas of violet and wild berry while the full-bodied palate doles out juicy Morello cherry, star anise and white pepper. Lithe, chalky tannins provide support. Drink through 2027. Abv:14.5% Kerin O’Keefe February 2024 kerinokeefe.com

Brezza’s 2019 Sarmassa is full-bodied and compelling, starting with its balsamic aromas of camphor that mingle with ripe black-skinned berry, tobacco, graphite and spice. On the concentrated yet almost weightless palate, firm, tightly woven tannins seamlessly support dried cherry, blood orange, licorice, menthol and the same tobacco note as the nose. Combining power and restraint, it’s still youthfully austere and needs time. Drink 2029–2049. Abv: 15% Kerin O’Keefe April 2023 ©kerinokeefe.com

Aromas of dog rose, camphor and spice shape the nose on this luminous, fragrant red. Tangy and savory, the straightforward palate offers juicy red cherry, blood orange, cranberry, star anise and wild herb alongside taut tannins and bright acidity. While this will offer years of pleasure, it’s the most immediate of the firm’s Barolo lineup and will be hitting the start of its ideal drinking window in the next few years. It’s made with organic fruit hailing from the townships of Barolo, Monforte d’Alba, and Novello. Drink 2025–2034. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe April 2023 ©kerinokeefe.com

Brezza’s 2019 Castellero is smooth, bright and delicious, delivering juicy red berry, baking spice, crushed mint, orange zest and star anise aromas that carry over to the racy, focused palate. It’s loaded with youthful tension and shows great aging potential. Drink 2029–2044. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe April 2023 ©kerinokeefe.com

Rose petal, camphor and perfumed berry aromas come to the forefront on this focused, precise Barolo. Showing great class and energy, the elegantly structured, delicious palate delivers red cherry, cranberry, star anise and menthol framed in firm, refined tannins. Bright acidity keeps balanced and lends even more intensity. Give it time to fully unwind. Drink 2029–2044. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe April 2023 ©kerinokeefe.com

Forest floor, leather, camphor and dog rose aromas make their way to the forefront along with whiffs of tobacco. Full-bodied and showing a combination of power and finesse, the savory palate delivers dried cherry, anisette, black tea and flinty mineral accompanied by tightly woven, fine-grained tannins. Drink 2027–2037. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe May 2023 ©kerinokeefe.com

Aromas of strawberry, culinary spice and a whiff of eucalyptus waft out of the glass. Made with organically grown gapes, the savory palate is still quite young, featuring ripe black cherry, culinary spice and star anise alongside a tannic backbone. Fresh acidity keeps it energized. Drink through 2025.©kerinokeefe.com