Vietti, Nebbiolo, Barolo Villero Riserva, Piedmont, Italy 2012

Nebbiolo 100%

Grapes are sourced from one of the most significant vineyards of the entire Barolo area, in Castiglione Falletto. The Villero vineyard faces south/southwest and the estate surface is just over one hectare. Vines are around 50 years old.

After gentle pressing of the grapes, the juice ferments for around 4 months in a steel tank, in contact with the skins with regular pumping-overs. This period includes pre and post-fermentation maceration, involving the traditional submerged-cap method. Malolactic fermentation takes place in wood.

Ages 30 months in large oak casks.

Ruby red color. The nose is full, complex and elegant. Notes of intense red fruit and plum with underbrush nuances. On the palate it is balanced, silky, enveloping and complete. The tannin is present and well-integrated. The finish is long and persistent. We recommend decanting it a few hours before serving.