Ratings
VIV 100 · RP 98+ · WA 97 · JS 96 · FAL 96.
Identity
| Producer | Vietti |
| Year | 2019 |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | DOCG |
| Grapes | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Intense garnet-red color. |
| Aroma | Licorice, raspberry liqueur, blood orange, tea leaf, grenadine, red bramble fruits, dried apricots, violets, allspice, savory herbs, crushed rocks, white pepper, flowers, orange zest, strawberry jam, dried fruits, mint, spices. |
| Palate | Medium to full-bodied with fine tannins, fresh acidity, citrus ripeness, mineral and saline intensity, bright acids, chiseled structure, and a long persistent finish. |
| Finish | Long, persistent, with a warming finish and notable persistence of flavors such as blood orange, chalk, mint, white pepper, and slate. |
| Food Pairing | Red meats, game, mushroom-based dishes, mature cheeses, truffle dishes. |
| Serving Temp | 18 |
| Aging Potential | 10 |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 14.5 |
| Aging Process | Classic Vietti-style fermentation with over 20 days of skin contact; aging details not explicitly stated but typical Barolo aging applies. |
| Fermentation | Classic Vietti-style fermentation with over 20 days of skin contact. |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 400 |
| Soil | Limestone- and clay-rich soil with Marls of Saint Agatha. |
| Vine Age | 34 |
| Harvest Type | Not explicitly stated |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes harvested from the Ravera vineyard in Novello, known for high elevation and open panorama with cooler air currents. |
Interesting facts
| Vietti is one of the 25 best Barolo producers; Ravera vineyard is a prized single vineyard in Novello with high elevation and a unique microclimate; the 2019 vintage is highly acclaimed and considered a 'dark horse' with energy and tension. |
Logistics
| Barcode | Not available |
| Weight | Standard 750 mL bottle weight, approximately 1200 grams including packaging |
| Cork | Natural cork (typical for Barolo wines). |