- Robert Parker (RP) points 96
- Vinous points
Vietti - Ravera - Barolo DOCG
Vintage
2015
Size
75 cl
Price
€253.20 ex. VAT
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Tasting notes
Starting off a bit shy and closed at first, the 2015 Barolo Ravera showed noticeably better in the sample that had been opened a few hours prior to my arrival at the winery for my annual visit. This makes perfect sense as Vietti’s wines are intentionally slow at first but are built to endure the long haul. From the Novello township, this vineyard site is recognized for it power, structure and the uniquely broad approach it shows to the palate. There is a larger span of black fruit at its core. The positioning of the Ravera cru means it is open to the elements and the cold air from the Alps, and the wines result in freshness and mineral character as well. Luca Currado describes a salty, anchovy-like aroma that does indeed appear. Otherwise, this wine shows tightly polished and glossy tannins.
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About this wine
Vietti is an Italian winery located in the Piedmont region of northwest Italy. Founded in 1873, the winery is now run by the fourth generation of the Vietti family. Vietti produces a range of wines, including the Barolo DOCG from the Ravera vineyard.
The Ravera vineyard is located in the commune of Castiglione Falletto, in the heart of the Barolo region. The vineyard is planted with Nebbiolo grapes, which are the traditional variety used to make Barolo. The soil is composed of calcareous marl and sandstone, which gives the wines a unique character.
Vietti's Barolo DOCG from the Ravera vineyard is a full-bodied, complex wine with aromas of red fruits, spices, and leather. On the palate, the wine has a rich texture and flavors of ripe cherries, plums, and licorice. The tannins are firm and well-integrated, and the finish is long and persistent. This Barolo is a classic example of the region's wines, and it is best enjoyed with food.
If you're looking for a special wine to pair with your next meal, consider Vietti's Barolo DOCG from the Ravera vineyard. This full-bodied, complex wine has aromas of red fruits, spices, and leather, and flavors of ripe cherries, plums, and licorice. The tannins are firm and well-integrated, and the finish is long and persistent. Enjoy this classic example of the Barolo region's wines with your next meal!
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Producer
Vietti
The Vietti family has been producing wine for four generations in Castiglione Falletto, at the heart of the Barolo area. Carlo Vietti founded the winery in the 1800s and his son Mario and the next generations carried on his…
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Region
Piedmont
Piemonte (Piedmont) occupies most of northwestern Italy, bordering Switzerland in the north and France in the west and almost reaching the Mediterranean coast. Its capital and largest city is Turin (Torino). In the wine world…
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Appellation
Barolo DOCG
Barolo DOCG is located in the Piedmont region of northwestern Italy, encompassing eleven communes in the provinces of Cuneo and Alba. The appellation was granted DOCG status in 1980, recognizing it as one of Italy's most…
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