One of most prestigious MGAs in whole of Barolo, know for its finesse and fragrance, and its unusual white soils. This is the only one of the three tasted here that truly should not be opened yet, even with a good few hours carafing. Do yourself a serious favour and hold off for a few more years to allow the rose petal fragrance to really unfurl. Already it is clear that this is going to be a beautiful wine, made traditionally with almost three years in Slovenian oak. Intense and textured. (JA)

The 2012 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is one of the bigger, richer wines in the lineup, which is a bit atypical. Readers should expect a huge, dramatic Rocche built on power, intensity and volume. At the same time, the Rocche is incredibly precise and layered. It is that very interplay of richness and finesse that makes the Rocche so alluring. Rose petal, mint and sweet red berries build to a crescendo of aromas, flavors and textures that takes over all the senses. (AG) 95+

Of Vietti's new releases, this wine is most definitely the most shut down and less expressive at this young stage. The 2012 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione will require many years of bottle aging before it comes into its own. In general, many of the Barolo protagonists are sluggish in this vintage and this is a common theme. The bouquet moves slowly to release dark fruit, dried cherry, tobacco, grilled herb and pressed blue flowers. The mouth is powerful and determined, however, with solid structure and a tight build. Put this bottle at the back of your cellar. (ML)