Barolo Lazzarito Vietti 2017 (750ML)

95 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: "Vietti's 2017 Barolo Lazzarito is absolutely gorgeous. Whatever the challenges of the growing season, they appear to have been no problem here. More than anything else, the Lazzarito impresses with its magnificent depth and stature. Super-ripe red fruit, white pepper, mint, tobacco, cured meat, spice and rose petal open gradually with time in the glass. I would not be in a rush to open bottles anytime soon. The Lazzarito has been one of the most improved wines at Vietti for a number of years. The 2017 is so captivating." 2/21

94 Points, Wine Spectator: "A taut, structured Barolo, offering aromas and flavors of plum and cherry fruit shaded by accents of tobacco, iron, green tea and leafy underbrush. This is firm and gains power on the long finish. Best from 2025 through 2045" 9/21

98+ Points, Luca Gardini, GardiniNotes.com: "From one of the most considerable cru located in the town of Serralunga d’Alba. Here is a wine that displays aromas of sour cherries, officinal touches from marjoram, closing of licorice. The mouth discovers salty tannins, thickness. Officinal perceptions in the aftertaste." 3/21