Vietti Barolo Castiglione 2019
Vietti (Krause family, since 2016) · Vietti Winery, Castiglione Falletto, Piedmont, Italy
Nose
Long and chalky with stony minerality, fading tar, dried herbs, and a silky elegance that lingers
Palate
Cherry, Violet, Berry (Generic), Gamey, Woody, Cedar
Finish
Vietti Barolo Castiglione is the gateway to understanding why Nebbiolo is one of the world's great grapes — and why Barolo is called the King of Wines.
- Varietal
- 28 months in Slavonian oak botti
- Blend
- 100% Nebbiolo
- Vineyards
- Luminous garnet-ruby with an orange-tinged rim
Cocktail Suggestion
Barolo Spritz: 3 oz Vietti Barolo Castiglione · 1 oz Amaro Montenegro · 2 oz sparkling water · Build in a large wine glass over ice, stir gently.
Food Pairing
Braised osso buco with saffron risotto — a classic Piedmontese pairing where the wine's acidity and tannin structure cut through the richness of the marrow.
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