Expect dark cherry, dried rose, tar, leather, tobacco, dried herb, and refined oak with full body, structured tannins, and bright acidity. The 2012 Barolo vintage was good; 2018 produced more elegant wines.
- Varietal
- Nebbiolo (100%)
- Region
- Italy / Piedmont / Barolo / Castiglione Falletto
- Body
- Full
- Style
- dry red, traditional Barolo, structured, age-worthy
The producer
Vietti is one of Piedmont's most historically important producers, founded in 1873 and based in Castiglione Falletto. The estate produces a range of single-cru Barolos from prestigious sites including Rocche di Castiglione, Brunate, Lazzarito, and Ravera. The Castiglione Falletto bottling represents the village's general expression. Vietti is also famous for its hand-painted artist-label series.
What critics say
Vietti Barolos consistently receive scores in the mid- to high-90s from major critics and are regularly cited among Piedmont's top producers.
Pairing
Truffled pasta, braised lamb shank, mushroom risotto, aged hard cheeses