The 2020 Vietti Barolo Castiglione Magnum is a classic 100% Nebbiolo from Piedmont’s Barolo DOCG, presented in a 1500ml bottle. Castiglione brings together fruit from selected vineyards across several Barolo villages, expressing the complexity achieved through blending complementary sites. The vines grow in limestone- and clay-rich soils, with each parcel vinified and matured separately before the final blend. Fermentation and skin contact last approximately three to four weeks, incorporating traditional submerged-cap maceration. The wine then spends around 30 months in oak, predominantly large casks, developing structure and texture while preserving Nebbiolo’s distinctive perfume and vineyard character.
Expect ripe cherry, plum and blackberry, complemented by rose petals, tobacco, liquorice and subtle balsamic spice. The 2020 combines generous fruit with substantial yet finely textured tannins, offering a rich expression of Barolo with an inviting aromatic profile. James Suckling awarded the wine 94 Points, while Monica Larner’s assessment for The Wine Advocate highlighted its dark fruit, smoky tar and powdery tannins, noting an approachable character suited to near- and medium-term enjoyment. This combination of fruit depth, floral detail and savoury structure makes Castiglione a rewarding introduction to Vietti’s interpretation of classic Barolo.
