What kind of wine is Barolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti?

The Barolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti is an excellent wine from Piedmont, born from one of the most prestigious crus in the municipality of Serralunga d’Alba: the MGA “Lazzarito”. It is a significant red wine, produced exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes, a varietal that expresses elegance, structure, and remarkable aging potential. This Barolo perfectly represents the Vietti style, combining tradition with modern precision to obtain an intense, profound, and harmonious wine.

Vintage Details

The 2020 vintage was characterized by balanced weather conditions, with well-distributed rainfall and never excessive temperatures. These conditions favored the homogeneous ripening of the Nebbiolo grapes, which at the time of harvest – strictly manual – showed a perfect balance between sugars, acidity, and tannins. The result is a Barolo with the typical elegance of the Lazzarito cru, but with particular freshness and aromatic finesse.

Winemaking and Aging

The Barolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti comes from vines with an average age of about 40 years. After hand-picking, the grapes are destemmed and fermented in steel tanks for about four weeks, with prolonged maceration on the skins – a phase where the must remains in contact with the skins to extract color, aromas, and tannins. Aging lasts about 30 months and takes place in large oak barrels with a small portion in barriques, a choice that gives the wine complexity and softness without masking its character.

Tasting Notes

The Barolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti impresses with its structured elegance and the harmony of its elements. It is a meditation wine but also a table wine, perfect for those who want to discover all the nuances of Nebbiolo.

Color

It presents an intense garnet red with orange reflections, typical of great Barolo. The brilliance in the glass indicates freshness and vitality.

Nose

On the nose, it offers complex and refined aromas. Notes of ripe red fruits, cherry, and raspberry are discernible, followed by dried rose, sweet spices, tobacco, and light balsamic nuances. Over time, it will evolve, developing hints of leather and undergrowth.

Palate

On the palate, it is full, deep, and harmonious. The tannins – the substances that give the typical astringent sensation – are dense but fine, perfectly integrated into the wine's structure. The persistence is long and balanced by a pleasant freshness, which makes the drinking elegant and never heavy.

What dishes to pair with Barolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti

This Barolo is perfect for accompanying rich and structured dishes that enhance its complexity. Ideal with:

• Roasted or braised red meats, such as Barolo braised beef or truffle fillet
• Feathered or furred game
• Aged cheeses, especially raw milk cheeses from Piedmont
• Typical Piedmontese dishes, such as tajarin with ragu or porcini mushroom risotto

Also try pairing it with vegetarian dishes with a strong flavor, such as porcini mushrooms or grilled eggplant.

Storage and aging: how to store Barolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti

The Barolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti is a wine with a long evolution, capable of improving in the bottle for over 15-20 years. To store it at its best, it is important to follow some simple rules:

• Keep the bottles horizontally, so that the cork remains moist.
• Maintain a constant temperature between 12 and 15°C, away from light and heat sources.
• Avoid vibrations or sudden temperature changes.

Served at a temperature of about 18°C, after a brief oxygenation, it fully reveals its complexity and its extraordinary balance between elegance and power. A Barolo destined to thrill today, but also capable of surprising after many years of resting in the cellar.