About this wine
From vines planted in 1961 in the Villero cru of Castiglione Falletto, this bottling is the quintessential expression of the appellation: elegantly perfumed, with delicate red fruit and fine, polished tannins that set it apart from the estate's more powerful crus.
The most fragrant and gentle of Brovia's cru Barolos — a good starting point for cru comparisons.
Sommelier's Note
"If Rocche di Castiglione is Brovia's power, Villero is its perfume — proof that Barolo doesn't need brute force to be profound."
Food Pairings
Suited to dishes with delicate richness — veal osso buco, mushroom-stuffed pasta, or duck breast rather than heavier braises.
When to drink it
Elegant dinners, pairing with delicate main courses, Barolo cru comparison tastings.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14%
- Price Range
- $117-140 (US retail across recent vintages; reference conversion only)
Terroir & Winemaking
Sourced from 1961-planted vines; vinified traditionally and aged in large Slavonian oak casks, yielding a perfumed, fine-tannined wine typical of Villero's terroir.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Barolo Villero taste like?
- Elegantly perfumed with delicate red fruit, floral notes, and fine, polished tannins — softer in profile than Brovia's other crus.
- How old are the vines?
- The vines were planted in 1961, giving the wine notable depth and concentration despite its elegant style.
- Is Villero good for beginners to cru Barolo?
- Yes — its fine tannins and perfume make it one of the more approachable entry points into single-vineyard Barolo.
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