Vietti is absolutely a top estate. Mario Cordero’s robust Barolos and Barberas are world-class and very scarce! The quality is phenomenal and consistent across the entire range. Vietti is the only producer that owns vineyards in the eleven villages permitted to produce Barolo. They were the first to replant the forgotten local white grape “Arneis”. Moreover, they were pioneers in bottling “single vineyard” Baroli. This was the legendary 1961 Barolo Rocche. By being one of the first wine estates to export to the US, Vietti quickly became a major name in the Piedmont region, and now all single vineyard Barolos are released on allocation, meaning only a handful of bottles are available per country. The potential of their wines is unprecedented, and from the best years, this is 30 years+. The Vietti 2020 Barolo Lazzarito is a wine of exceptional depth and complexity, sourced from the prestigious vineyards in Serralunga d'Alba, one of the most prized terroirs in Barolo. This vintage is among Vietti's most powerful and expressive wines and sets a high standard of quality within their latest releases. On the first nose, the wine offers a refined and layered blend of dark cherries and crème de cassis, elegantly framed by floral notes of violet macarons, dried herbs, and lavender. The aromatic intensity evokes images of warm summers, with an interplay of floral and spicy nuances that unfold beautifully on the nose. On the palate, the Lazzarito reveals a refined and balanced structure, with polished tannins that feel powerful yet silky. The wine possesses a streamlined intensity, where acidity and tannins are perfectly balanced, together creating a lively, fresh backbone. This is a Barolo with both depth and refinement, and a long, harmonious finish that lingers elegantly. The Lazzarito vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba is known for its calcareous and compact soils, which contribute to the impressive structure and longevity of the wine. The wines from this area are characterized by power, intensity, and refinement, qualities that are beautifully expressed in this vintage. The 2020 Barolo Lazzarito is a sublime reflection of this exceptional terroir and will only gain in complexity with age. With its firm structure and balanced acidity, this Barolo has excellent aging potential and can continue to evolve for decades. The wine is already beautifully showcased, but will develop further between 2026 and 2050 with tertiary aromas such as truffle, leather, and dried herbs. This powerful and layered Barolo deserves gastronomic accompaniment. It pairs perfectly with game dishes such as venison or pheasant, slow-cooked ossobuco, or a classic tajarin with white truffle from Piedmont. Aged cheeses such as Pecorino Riserva or an aged Parmigiano Reggiano will also enhance the wine's complexity. With a limited production of only 10,626 bottles, the Vietti 2020 Barolo Lazzarito is an exclusive and coveted wine that should not be missing from the collection of serious Barolo enthusiasts and collectors