2021 Vietti Monvigliero Barolo DOCG

If you know Nebbiolo, you know Vietti. And if you don’t—this is where you begin.

These are not just wines. They are time capsules of terroir, sculpted with precision and reverence by one of Italy’s most iconic estates. Vietti’s single-vineyard expressions are must-haves for any serious collector—delivering Grand Cru-level quality at a fraction of what you'd pay in Burgundy.

“Vietti makes some of the cleanest, most terroir-driven wines in Piedmont, with a rare subtlety and elegance.” ~ Wine Spectator

Founded in the 1800s, Vietti’s destiny changed forever in 1960 when Luciana Vietti married Alfredo Currado—one of the founding fathers of modern Barolo. Alfredo’s legacy is legend: he was among the first to bottle Barolo by cru, showcasing the individuality of Piedmont’s grand vineyards long before it became fashionable.

Luca Currado, Vietti’s former winemaker, brought a résumé that reads like a global wine hall of fame—Opus One, Mouton Rothschild, Simi—before returning to his roots to craft wines that Forbes has called “some of the finest Italian wine labels.” Under his leadership, Vietti earned its place among the “25 Best Barolo Producers” in the world.

Continuing this legacy, Eugenio Palumbo, with over 23 years at Vietti, has been instrumental in the winery’s success. After the Krause family took over in 2016, Eugenio expanded the estate with sought-after Barolo and Barbaresco Crus and launched the Derthona Timorasso project. Today, he builds on Vietti’s rich heritage, crafting wines that combine tradition with innovation.

These wines are pure, poised, and profoundly expressive. They are, quite simply, what Nebbiolo was always meant to be. Own a piece of Barolo history.

Monvigliero is the crown jewel of Verduno—a revered cru long considered one of the finest sites in all of Barolo. With south to southwest exposure, limestone- and clay-rich soils, and the famed Marls of Sant’Agata, the vineyard sits at 240 metres elevation. Vines average 44 years of age, planted at a density of 4,500 per hectare.

This site is located at the furthest north site in Barolo zone and is historically prized for whole-cluster fermentation. Here, 60% of the grapes are vinified as whole bunches, with the remainder destemmed and crushed. After cold maceration, fermentation proceeds over three weeks with gentle punch-downs and pump-overs. Malolactic fermentation follows in wood, preserving Monvigliero’s trademark perfume, finesse, and ethereal texture.

Kyle Krause purchased Vietti in 2016. If you don’t recognize his name, you likely know his family business called Kum n’ Go gas stations. This was sold in 2024. He also purchased the luxury Casa di Langa resort and spa, Parma soccer team, and Enrico Serafino in Canali.

100% Nebbiolo. The nose is intense yet delicate, with notes of ripe red berries and fine spices. The unmistakably elegant hints of wild strawberry, rose and cherry are striking on the palate. The tannins are rounded, silky and persistent. Every ounce of the harmony and balance of this cru —one of the Barolo region’s most special —stands out. A wine that has in its aromatic complexity and gustative depth all its distinctive characteristics.

Lots of violets, cola and blueberries on the nose, complemented by a clay pot note. Fascinating aromatics. The palate is medium- to full-bodied with polished tannins. A cohesive and complete wine that’s angular and incisive, with subtlety, precision and elegance. Lots of personality in each detail. It needs at least four years to soften. But what a wine. ~98 James Suckling

This is the baby in the bunch, representing one of the newest additions to the Vietti portfolio, with the first vintage produced in 2018. The learning curve in Monvigliero is always steep, or so most winemakers tell me, because very few can go to 100% whole-cluster fermentation. Indeed, the 2021 Barolo Monvigliero sees 60% whole clusters. The Vietti team is experienced, and this wine is pristine. This vintage was harvested on September 30th, and maceration was a bit shorter, at 20 days. The wine shows a delicate film of pink salt with garden herbs, lemon leaves and spring flowers. It is a wine of extreme elegance, but I find that this vintage is especially Mediterranean in character. ~97 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

The 2021 Barolo Monvigliero is another step forward for Vietti. Aromatic and lifted, the 2021 is all class. The stems (60%) are evident but not as strong of a marker as they were in the first years. Stylistically, the Monvigliero is closest to the Ravera, with which it shares a taut, mineral-driven personality. ~95 Vinous Media

~95 Ian D'Agata Wine Review

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