Vietti Barolo Brunate 1.5L 2020 chateau-mazerolles-benoit Recently purchased from Axa Millésimes

Recently purchased from Axa Millésimes by Simon Halabi

The vines on both sites are own-rooted

The type of rose that evaporates quickly

dry wine with round and savoury fruit flavours

We were reminded of a top-notch Northern Rhone Syrah in its weight and complexity as we struggled for comparisons—think of a really refined Cornas and you’ll be getting close

Vietti Barolo Brunate 1.5L 2020 chateau-mazerolles-benoit Recently purchased from Axa MillésimesAppearance Intense ruby red colour. Aroma The nose is explosive, powerful and wide ranging. Fruity notes of plum, citrusy hints of cedar, grapefruit and spices emerge. After a few minutes in the glass, notes of violet flowertypical of the Brunate terroiremerge. Palate On the palate, it is intense and full bodied. The soft, rounded and velvety tannins are typical of the La Morra area. The finish reveals a hint of liquorice root.