Product Overview
The 2015 Vietti Lazzarito Barolo is a deep garnet red in color and shows an intensely aromatic nose with hints of figs and plums. On the palate, it is elegant and richly rounded with a robust and velvety texture, and soft and sweet tannins, followed by a long finish.
Varietal Composition: 100% Nebbiolo
Appellation: Barolo DOCG
Single Vineyard: Lazzarito, in Serralunga d'Alba
Aging: 30 months in French oak barriques and Slovenian oak casks
96+ Points - Wine Advocate
"Opening to a beautifully floral bouquet, the 2015 Barolo Lazzarito delivers fragrant tones of violets, wild rose and a touch of orange blossom. As is the norm at Vietti, I tasted this wine and then wrote this review based on impressions gained from two samples—one opened several hours before my tasting and one opened at the moment of my review. Those floral notes came forth with increased intensity and clarity in the bottle that had been opened longer. The bouquet continues to surprise with touches of black fruit and freshly milled white pepper. However, like many wines from Serralunga d’Alba, this expression from Lazzarito reveals a pretty inner paradox. Those ethereal and balsamic aromas cede to a dense and rich mouthfeel, characterized by structure and power. Those two sides of the wine reach beautiful parity and lasting harmony." -ML, 6/28/19
95 Points, "Collectibles" - Wine Spectator
"Rich and multifaceted, sporting cherry, raspberry, green tea, iron and tobacco flavors. The sweet fruit is matched to firm, dense tannins and the finish turns austere for now. Everything is in the right proportion, but patience is required. Best from 2023 through 2045. 745 cases made, 225 cases imported." -BS, 12/31/19
94 Points - Vinous
"The 2015 Barolo Lazzarito is one of the highlights in this range from Vietti. The power and gravitas of Serralunga come through loud and clear in a deep, beautifully resonant Barolo loaded with character. Iron, smoke, sage, menthol, licorice and rose petal give the Lazzarito its beguiling aromatic complexity. The massive tannins need time to soften, but there is a lot to look forward to once that happens." -AG, Feb/2019
