Andrea Oberto, Barolo Brunate Brut Zero from yields of only 17

from yields of only 17 hl/ha in 2024)

but without being too forceful and headbanging

round and exceptionally rich middle weight plus flavors coat the palate with dry extract while delivering unusually good length on the mildly rustic finish

The 2020 Côte Rôtie Le Vialliere is more unformed and unevolved

Andrea Oberto, Barolo Brunate Brut Zero from yields of only 17Aged in barrique, 20% new. Intense aroma of lightly spicy red fruit with a hint of orange, dried cherry richness but not overly sweet. Hints of tea and a gentle floral quality. Everything you want in Nebbiolo scent plus just a touch of oak sweentess. Lovely texture, dry, mouth coating tannins but so gentle and spreading softly to wash the palate. Already giving pleasure but much more to come. (JH)