2021 Vietti Barolo Ravera
Vietti
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Average Critic Score: 96.5/100 based on 4 critic reviews
Ravera, the high, cool cru of Novello, has become one of the most exciting vineyards in Barolo, and Vietti's version from the celebrated 2021 vintage is among the most acclaimed wines of the year. Monica Larner (Wine Advocate) awarded the 2021 Vietti Barolo Ravera 98+ points, describing a site that appears to improve with a changing climate, while Antonio Galloni (Vinous) gave it 98 points as one of the many standouts in the range. Wine Spectator added 96 points and Aldo Fiordelli (James Suckling) 94 points. A taut, saline, mineral Nebbiolo of real strength.
Simply put, what Ravera offers is complexity (and strength) with hints of bergamot, citrus, herbs, mineral and salt over a tightly concentrated mouthfeel. The quality of the tannins and the freshness of this 2021 are impressive, and that citrusy note continues with tangerine skin and kumquat. - Monica Larner, Wine Advocate (98+ pts)
Suggested drinking window: 2028 - 2047 (Wine Spectator).
Critic Reviews
98 Points - Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
“You could argue that this is the wine with the fasting growing quality trajectory because this vineyard site is one of those rare places in the appellation that appears to improve despite (or more likely because of) a changing climate. Ravera enjoys an open panorama (at 400 to 440 meters in elevation) that extends to the snow-capped Alps and benefits from cooler air currents, coupled with an amazing quality of light that you notice with the naked eye. The 2021 Barolo Ravera saw its fruit harvested later than the other wines, on October 11th, and continued with a classic Vietti-style fermentation with 20-plus days of skin contact. Simply put, what Ravera offers is complexity (and strength) with hints of bergamot, citrus, herbs, mineral and salt over a tightly concentrated mouthfeel. The quality of the tannins and the freshness of this 2021 are impressive, and that citrusy note continues with tangerine skin and kumquat. Production is 8,700 bottles.”
98 Points - Antonio Galloni, Vinous
“The 2021 Barolo Ravera is one of the many standouts in this range from Vietti. Blood orange, chalk, mint, white pepper and slate all infuse the palate with notable persistence. Intensely saline and mineral, the Ravera is not an easy wine, as it is focused and taut rather than immediate. It's a Barolo that demands a lot from the taster, but it pays that attention back in spades.”
96 Points - Wine Spectator
“Macerated cherry, raspberry, plum, hay and iron flavors converge in this rich, muscular red. Its tannins are dense yet civilized, with flashes of green tea and earth on the extended aftertaste. This is expressive today yet will be better in three to five years. Best from 2028 through 2047. 725 cases made, 185 cases imported.”
94 Points - Aldo Fiordelli, James Suckling
“Protective and precise style here. Blood-orange and floral bouquet, restrained if not reductive, with cherry candy and chocolatey depth. Smooth attack to the palate with medium body, assertive acidity and refined tannins that turn dustier on the finish. Overall juicy and fresh, yet slightly stern. Try after 2027.”