Barolo Rocche di Castiglione DOCG 2022 · MAGNUM in OWC

Vietti | Piedmont
Vietti s.r.l. | Piazza Vittorio Veneto 5 | IT 12060 Castiglione Falletto

05242822 · 1,5 l · 299,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping3 units available

In 1961, Alfredo Currado made history. Together with Prunotto's Bussia, Vietti released the first single-vineyard Barolo of the modern era – Rocche di Castiglione. Since then, this vineyard has been inextricably linked with the Vietti name. Rocche is situated in Castiglione Falletto, directly opposite the winery, on the most exposed ridge in the municipality: soils from both geological periods – the Tortonian and the Serravalian – lie in a rare stratification one above the other, facing south to south-west, at an altitude of 250 to 320 metres. A transitional location between the elegance of the western communes and the power of the Serralunga style. The result is a Barolo of aristocratic poise – superbly structured, without ever being ostentatious. 20 days' maceration, malolactic fermentation in used barriques, 24 months in large wooden casks. In 2022, Vietti harvested earlier than usual – the Rocche retains heat differently to the lower-lying areas and required different decisions.

An intense ruby red. On the nose, cherry, violet, pomegranate, cedarwood, a hint of liquorice and dried herbs – aristocratic, crisp. On the palate, it is firm yet precise, with a structure that unfolds slowly and reveals a final of extraordinary length. The MGA, which Vietti pioneered – and which remains its clearest expression. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fragrant wine with lush fruit, black cherries and blood oranges, floral and slightly sweet. On the palate, it shines with concentration, crisp acidity and firm, velvety tannins that are robust and persistent. A well-balanced finish." James Suckling

"The 2022 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione demonstrates why this vineyard is so highly regarded. Smooth and medium-bodied, the 2022 is a sensual delight. Sweet red cherry, white pepper, cherry, mint and rose petals come to life in the glass. The 2022 does not quite possess the inner fragrance, sweetness and generosity of the very best vintages, but it comes much closer to them than I would ever have expected from this vintage, particularly from a vineyard planted predominantly on sandy soil. The long, lingering finish is exceptionally beautiful." Vinous

"The nose is dark and powerful, with deep notes of black fruit, interwoven with ground pepper and cola nut; blue-violet floral notes lighten what might otherwise be a somewhat sombre opening. On the palate, this wine reveals its full potential: lush notes of preserved black plums and liquorice blend seamlessly, whilst a hint of pipe tobacco lingers in the background; the tannins assert themselves with the calm composure that this cru demands." Wine Enthusiast

"Cherry, black currant, raspberry, grass, eucalyptus and iron notes mingle in this taut, sinewy red. The finish is all tannins today, with just a whisper of fruit on the compact, dusty finish. Needs time for all of the components to come together." Wine Spectator

"I have long admired the wines from Castiglione Falletto for their concentration and their chalky, mineral precision, and these characteristic traits are clearly expressed here with aromas of redcurrants, roses and crushed stone. Even in a hot, dry vintage such as 2022, this dramatic slope retains an elegance and a finely drawn character that are found nowhere else. The wine finishes with beautifully defined, chalky tannins and an impressive length." Wine Advocate