Wow, is this wine spectacular! We love to drink Barolo here at Mt Kisco W&S but the wines do require patience. They usually have firm tannins in their youth and need some bottle age to mature and round out. That is why we were so excited to acquire this back vintage Barolo from a classic vintage, 1996. Vietti wines are classics and this one is from the famed Rocche vineyard; all this equals a no brainer. A stellar addition to any cellar.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate 94 pts

The 1996 showed itself to be the pure-breed classic it has always been. Gorgeous black cherries, baking spices and menthol all emerged from this vibrant, structured Barolo. Although it was terrific on this night, the firm tannins suggested it will age along with the best wines of the estate.

Vietti is one of Barolo's historic properties. Husband and wife team Alfredo Currado and Luciana Vietti were pioneers in the 1960s. They were among the first producers to recognize the unique qualities of their vineyards, many of which are among the finest in the region, even today.d.