Vietti Castiglione, Barolo DOCG, 1996

"The 1996 Barolo Castiglione is frighteningly outstanding" commented Robert Parker. "There is incredible density and power in the glass as waves of fruit caress the palate with tons of richness. Sweet menthol, flowers and spices add complexity to the long, stupendous finish."

"The Barolo Castiglione is usually approachable pretty much upon release, but in 1996 the wine has so much fatness it will probably benefit from a few years in bottle. Barolo is never inexpensive, but the Castiglione is as good a wine as readers will find for the money."