Oddero - Barolo Villero 2021 (750ml)

Jeb Dunnuck 97 points
"porting a more transparent ruby red color, the 2021 Barolo Villero is focused and lifted with enveloping aromas of medicinal herbs, fresh redcurrants, dried cranberries, and umami notes of porcini and anise. The palate is vibrant and pure, with fantastic energy and clarity, ripe tannins, refreshing acidity, and a great finish. This one steps things up a notch, and I would scramble to have a few of these in my cellar."

Vinous 98 points
"The 2021 Barolo Villero soars from the glass with intensely spiced, balsamic-tinged aromatics. Deceptively medium in body, with superb persistence and class, the 2021 is simply magnificent. Beams of tannin shape the unforgettable, persistent finish. This is another wine that demands patience. The Villero is not an easy wine, rather it is a Barolo that offers a more inward, at times intellectual, expression of Nebbiolo."

Wine Spectator 96 points

"Though lush and smooth, this red is backed by dense, serious tannins. Macerated cherry, strawberry, plum, iron, eucalyptus and tobacco flavors are intertwined with the refined tannins. Shows fine balance and length, with a savory aftertaste."