2022 Vietti Monvigliero Barolo DOCG

A sparkling, medium-intensity ruby red with garnet highlights. An appealing nose with pronounced spicy notes, hints of raspberry, rose petals, and blood orange, along with a touch of pine needles. Juicy and polished on the palate, with plenty of blood orange, followed by fine-grained tannins; well-structured, with a long finish and good tension.~ 97 Falstaff

The 2022 Barolo Monvigliero is a distinctly different expression within the range. Influenced by the Tanaro River and produced with roughly 60% whole cluster fermentation, it pours a paler ruby hue. Aromas of preserved strawberries, sweet cinnamon, floral perfume, Mediterranean herbs, saline, and licorice emerge from the glass. Medium-bodied, the palate is fresh and elegant, with a supple texture and refined spice as the stems achieve greater ripeness in this site. 5,500 bottles were produced. Drink 2026-2038. ~ 95 Jeb Dunnuck

Warmed strawberries, currant jam and roses fill the glass with generous, unhurried warmth. The palate opens quickly and fully, cherry fruit rich and deeply textured, nothing held back, juicy tannins threading through with easy elegance. Pull the cork for a leg of lamb slow-roasted until it gives up without a fight. ~95 Wine Enthusiast

An overt, fruity profile, rich with fresh red cherries, smashed blood oranges and aromatic herbs, enhanced by licorice. Medium-bodied on the palate, showing angular tannins with crisp acidity and an austere yet toasted finish. Best after 2026. ~ 94 James Suckling

To an already dizzying list of Barolo’s most lauded sites, Vietti added Monvigliero in 2018. A plot of just over half a hectare is comprised of vines with an average age of 44 years old. The 2022 is just so classically fragrant and expressive. Pepper, strawberry blossom, pressed rose and beeswax waft headily. Lightweight but not lacking in flavour, the palate surges with red forest berries sprinkled with mint. Zesty, citrussy acidity makes the mouth water. Crisp tannins have a snappy firmness yet this glides with grace. Exceptionally precise and complex. ~ 94 Decanter

One of the newer additions to Vietti's Barolo portfolio, the 2022 Barolo Monvigliero is quickly establishing itself among the estate's most compelling wines. The warm, dry vintage lends the wine a more open and immediate personality than usual. Monvigliero's hallmark floral character is still evident, but instead of fresh, lifted violets, the bouquet leans toward candied flowers and dried petals, recalling sun-drenched bougainvillea with hints of green tea. Those warm-vintage signatures make for a charming and approachable expression, while the tannins remain fine and polished. Aged for 24 months in large oak casks, it is produced in 5,522 bottles. ~ 94 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Menthol and mint are the top notes in this savory red, rooted in cherry, plum and earth flavors. Fluid and combines elegance and intensity. There’s fine balance, with its savory elements echoing on the lingering finish. ~ 94 Wine Spectator

The 2022 Barolo Monvigliero is another very pretty wine in this range from Vietti. Floral notes meld into crushed red berry fruit, orange peel, mint, rose petal, sage and chalk. The 60% stems are not especially evident in the aromatics or flavor profile, although they do lift the wine nicely. I don't see quite the dimension of the best Barolos in this range, but the Monvigliero is nevertheless a success in this very challenging year. ~ 93 Vinous Media