{"product_id":"barolo-lazzarito-2020-vietti","title":"Barolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat kind of wine is Barolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti?\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe 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.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking and Aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cem\u003emaceration on the skins\u003c\/em\u003e – a phase where the must remains in contact with the skins to extract color, aromas, and tannins.\nAging lasts about 30 months and takes place in \u003cstrong\u003elarge oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e with a small portion in barriques, a choice that gives the wine complexity and softness without masking its character.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eColor\u003c\/h3\u003e\nIt presents an intense garnet red with orange reflections, typical of great Barolo. The brilliance in the glass indicates freshness and vitality.\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNose\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn 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.\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePalate\u003c\/h3\u003e\nOn the palate, it is full, deep, and harmonious. The \u003cstrong\u003etannins\u003c\/strong\u003e – 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.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat dishes to pair with Barolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThis Barolo is perfect for accompanying rich and structured dishes that enhance its complexity.\nIdeal with:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted or braised red meats, such as Barolo braised beef or truffle fillet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeathered or furred game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged cheeses, especially raw milk cheeses from Piedmont\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical Piedmontese dishes, such as tajarin with ragu or porcini mushroom risotto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nAlso try pairing it with vegetarian dishes with a strong flavor, such as porcini mushrooms or grilled eggplant.\n\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and aging: how to store Barolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo Lazzarito 2020 - Vietti\u003c\/strong\u003e 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:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the bottles horizontally, so that the cork remains moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain a constant temperature between 12 and 15°C, away from light and heat sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid vibrations or sudden temperature changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nServed at a temperature of about 18°C, after a brief oxygenation, it fully reveals its complexity and its extraordinary balance between elegance and power.\nA Barolo destined to thrill today, but also capable of surprising after many years of resting in the cellar.","brand":"Vietti","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52414415143251,"sku":"B06-V015-2020-05_D000","price":229.6,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0985\/2603\/6307\/files\/barolo-lazzarito-2020-vietti.jpg?v=1764407236","url":"https:\/\/www.astemyo.com\/en\/products\/barolo-lazzarito-2020-vietti","provider":"Astemyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}