2020 Vietti Barolo Lazzarito Serralunga d’Alba
99 Points Luca Gardini, The Wine Killer
96+ Points Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate
96 Points Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com
95 Points Audrey Frick, jebdunnuck.com
93 Points Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast
93 Points Antonio Galloni, vinous.com
99 Points Luca Gardini, The Wine Killer
A parcel arranged amphitheatrically, a Barolo of intensity. The aroma opens on balsamic notes, hints of Roman mint, red mulberry, and then sensations of nutmeg. The mouthfeel has savory tannins, convincing tension with mentholated hints and shades of red fruit.
96+ Points Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate
Lazzarito stands out as one of the strongest wines in this portfolio of new releases from Vietti. With fruit from Serralunga d'Alba, the 2020 Barolo Lazzarito comes in at a very high threshold in terms of complexity, offering dark cherry, crème de cassis, violet macaron, dried herb and lavender. The wine's perfumes remind me of the south of France in summer. It shows elegant tannins, streamlined intensity and good acidity. Production is 10,626 bottles.
96 Points Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com
There is a little more savoriness here, showing contained power. Tar and dark minerality. Plenty of forest berries, dried orange peel, frozen grapefruit and raspberries. Very structured and full-bodied, with firm, chewy tannins rendering the bold austere quality to the wine. But at the end, this is focused and taut, with a crunchy, spicy finish full of length. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drinkable now if you are willing to embrace austerity, but this should be better from 2027.
95 Points Audrey Frick, jebdunnuck.com
From Serralunga, the 2020 Barolo Lazzarito displays more sapidity on opening, with aromas of fresh sage, balsamic herbs, preserved strawberries, and tea leaf. Medium-bodied, it is more structured, with broad shoulders, ripe tannins, and a more grounding sensibility without being heavy. It shows more savory richness, although is light on its feet.
93 Points Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast
Hailing from the esteemed Lazzarito cru in Serralunga d'Alba, this Barolo draws you in with its warm, spice-laden bouquet and alluring dark fruit aromas. Lifted and inviting from the start, the palate is plump and juicy, featuring a delightful interplay of tart plum flavors and elegant, well-structured tannins that leave you wanting more.
93 Points Antonio Galloni, vinous.com
The 2020 Barolo Lazzarito is a blend of fruit picked before and after the early October rains. It marries power and finesse to a notable degree. Dark red fruit, menthol, licorice, crushed rocks and dried herbs open nicely in the glass. This is a bit light for a Serralunga Barolo, although the tannic structure is there. This is missing a bit of personality.
99 Points Luca Gardini, The Wine Killer
96+ Points Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate
96 Points Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com
95 Points Audrey Frick, jebdunnuck.com
93 Points Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast
93 Points Antonio Galloni, vinous.com
99 Points Luca Gardini, The Wine Killer
A parcel arranged amphitheatrically, a Barolo of intensity. The aroma opens on balsamic notes, hints of Roman mint, red mulberry, and then sensations of nutmeg. The mouthfeel has savory tannins, convincing tension with mentholated hints and shades of red fruit.
96+ Points Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate
Lazzarito stands out as one of the strongest wines in this portfolio of new releases from Vietti. With fruit from Serralunga d'Alba, the 2020 Barolo Lazzarito comes in at a very high threshold in terms of complexity, offering dark cherry, crème de cassis, violet macaron, dried herb and lavender. The wine's perfumes remind me of the south of France in summer. It shows elegant tannins, streamlined intensity and good acidity. Production is 10,626 bottles.
96 Points Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com
There is a little more savoriness here, showing contained power. Tar and dark minerality. Plenty of forest berries, dried orange peel, frozen grapefruit and raspberries. Very structured and full-bodied, with firm, chewy tannins rendering the bold austere quality to the wine. But at the end, this is focused and taut, with a crunchy, spicy finish full of length. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drinkable now if you are willing to embrace austerity, but this should be better from 2027.
95 Points Audrey Frick, jebdunnuck.com
From Serralunga, the 2020 Barolo Lazzarito displays more sapidity on opening, with aromas of fresh sage, balsamic herbs, preserved strawberries, and tea leaf. Medium-bodied, it is more structured, with broad shoulders, ripe tannins, and a more grounding sensibility without being heavy. It shows more savory richness, although is light on its feet.
93 Points Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast
Hailing from the esteemed Lazzarito cru in Serralunga d'Alba, this Barolo draws you in with its warm, spice-laden bouquet and alluring dark fruit aromas. Lifted and inviting from the start, the palate is plump and juicy, featuring a delightful interplay of tart plum flavors and elegant, well-structured tannins that leave you wanting more.
93 Points Antonio Galloni, vinous.com
The 2020 Barolo Lazzarito is a blend of fruit picked before and after the early October rains. It marries power and finesse to a notable degree. Dark red fruit, menthol, licorice, crushed rocks and dried herbs open nicely in the glass. This is a bit light for a Serralunga Barolo, although the tannic structure is there. This is missing a bit of personality.
99 Points Luca Gardini, The Wine Killer
96+ Points Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate
96 Points Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com
95 Points Audrey Frick, jebdunnuck.com
93 Points Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast
93 Points Antonio Galloni, vinous.com
99 Points Luca Gardini, The Wine Killer
A parcel arranged amphitheatrically, a Barolo of intensity. The aroma opens on balsamic notes, hints of Roman mint, red mulberry, and then sensations of nutmeg. The mouthfeel has savory tannins, convincing tension with mentholated hints and shades of red fruit.
96+ Points Monica Larner, The Wine Advocate
Lazzarito stands out as one of the strongest wines in this portfolio of new releases from Vietti. With fruit from Serralunga d'Alba, the 2020 Barolo Lazzarito comes in at a very high threshold in terms of complexity, offering dark cherry, crème de cassis, violet macaron, dried herb and lavender. The wine's perfumes remind me of the south of France in summer. It shows elegant tannins, streamlined intensity and good acidity. Production is 10,626 bottles.
96 Points Zekun Shuai, jamessuckling.com
There is a little more savoriness here, showing contained power. Tar and dark minerality. Plenty of forest berries, dried orange peel, frozen grapefruit and raspberries. Very structured and full-bodied, with firm, chewy tannins rendering the bold austere quality to the wine. But at the end, this is focused and taut, with a crunchy, spicy finish full of length. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drinkable now if you are willing to embrace austerity, but this should be better from 2027.
95 Points Audrey Frick, jebdunnuck.com
From Serralunga, the 2020 Barolo Lazzarito displays more sapidity on opening, with aromas of fresh sage, balsamic herbs, preserved strawberries, and tea leaf. Medium-bodied, it is more structured, with broad shoulders, ripe tannins, and a more grounding sensibility without being heavy. It shows more savory richness, although is light on its feet.
93 Points Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast
Hailing from the esteemed Lazzarito cru in Serralunga d'Alba, this Barolo draws you in with its warm, spice-laden bouquet and alluring dark fruit aromas. Lifted and inviting from the start, the palate is plump and juicy, featuring a delightful interplay of tart plum flavors and elegant, well-structured tannins that leave you wanting more.
93 Points Antonio Galloni, vinous.com
The 2020 Barolo Lazzarito is a blend of fruit picked before and after the early October rains. It marries power and finesse to a notable degree. Dark red fruit, menthol, licorice, crushed rocks and dried herbs open nicely in the glass. This is a bit light for a Serralunga Barolo, although the tannic structure is there. This is missing a bit of personality.
