Vietti 2015 Barolo Ravera

The 2015 Vietti Barolo Ravera captivates with its intense garnet red color, promising a wine of depth and character. On the nose, it initially reveals classic and traditional elements, boasting a robust structure and intense tannins. With a little time in the glass, its bouquet unfolds gracefully, offering delicate hints of yeast, followed by a touch of spice and menthol that add complexity to the overall experience. On the palate, the wine exhibits a powerful structure and concentration, which gradually softens the tannins' potential, allowing the flavors to become more harmonious and approachable. This Barolo showcases the artistry of Vietti, epitomizing the time-honored excellence of the Ravera vineyard and exemplifying the region's finest Nebbiolo wines.

Robert Parker - 96 Points

"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."

Antonio Galloni - 95 Points

"The 2015 Barolo Ravera is once again the head of the class at Vietti. Bright, sculpted and wonderfully nuanced, the Ravera is very pretty. Floral aromatics and the pointed, brilliant fruit that is such a Ravera signature are very much in evidence. Hints of blood orange, mint, crushed rocks and flowers add shades of complexity as the 2015 gradually opens up in the glass. This is one of the finer wines of the year. Don't miss it!"