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Vietti
Tracing its roots back to the 19th Century, the Vietti estate embodies all that is Piedmont. In 1919 Patriarch Mario Vietti made the winery’s first wines and by 1952 they had grown into one of the top-level producers in Piedmont as one of the first producers to export their Italian wines to the United States. They are particularly known for the range of single-vineyard Barolo, Barbera, and the association with “rediscovering” the Arneis grape variety, so much that Alfredo Currado, who married into the Vietti family, is considered the “Father of Arneis.” With 35 acres and growing, Vietti expects to not only increase production but have even more control over their vineyards to further excel in the 21st Century.
Tasting Notes
- WS95
- Appealing aromas of flowers, cherry and raspberry take on tobacco and leather flavors as this crosses the palate. Rich and round, with a supple texture, this is firmly structured, offering a fine aftertaste of fruit and mineral. Will need time to unwind.
- WA95
- The 2008 Barolo Rocche shows the best balance of fruit and structure among the 2008 Baroli. Sweet,silky tannins frame expressive dark red fruit in the 2008 Rocche. This is an especially structured, powerful style for the Rocche, and a true testament to the level of conviction at Vietti. The Rocche turns sweeter and more sensual with time in the glass. The tannins possess remarkable finesse. This could be used to teach a class on the greatness of the Rocche vineyard. It is dazzling from start to finish. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2033.
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