Vietti – Barolo Lazzarito 2018 – Piedmont Italy

Vietti Barolo Lazzarito 2018 is a Nebbiolo from the Lazzarito vineyard in Serralunga d’Alba. The vintage emphasizes a substantial tannic frame, combining fruit depth with tobacco, herbal detail and a persistent savory finish.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grapes: Nebbiolo
• Region / Appellation: Barolo DOCG, Lazzarito vineyard, Serralunga d’Alba, Piedmont, Italy
• Vintage: 2018
• Aging: Oak barrels and barriques
• Style: Dry, full-bodied still red

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

Cherry and plum notes mingle with tobacco, white pepper and mint. A muscular palate and angular tannins give the wine a taut feel, while the fresh fruit and herbal accents carry through the finish.

❤️ Why We Love It

• A single-vineyard Nebbiolo with Serralunga’s firm structure
• Fruit depth alongside tobacco and herbal complexity
• A persistent finish with a distinctly savory edge

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Braised beef or venison
• Roast lamb with rosemary
• Wild mushroom dishes or aged hard cheeses

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Drinkers seeking structured Barolo with savory complexity
✓ Collectors exploring the 2018 Lazzarito vintage
✕ Not ideal if you prefer light, easygoing reds with little tannin