Cavallotto Barolo Vignolo Riserva 2018

97 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "The organic Cavallotto 2018 Barolo Riserva Vignolo delivers the focus and straight-shooting concentration that we can expect of Castiglione Falletto. The wine ages for an extended 60 months in large Slavonian oak casks, and fruit comes from a southwest-facing slope with 40-year-old vines. The wine's core of fruit remains on the dark side, but you also get pretty lift and verticality with tart berry aromas, shaved mineral, cola and mint (like when you walk through the vineyard rows in summer). The wine is amply structured and fleshed out and delivers texture. The Riserva Vignolo is my favorite of Cavallotto's wines this year. Production is just under 7,000 bottles. Drink: 2026-2048. (1/30/25)"

96 points Kerin O'Keefe: "Aromas of rose, woodland berry, underbrush and spice form the fragrant, expressive nose on the fantastic 2018 Vignolo Riserva. The smooth, delicious palate mirrors the nose, delivering fleshy raspberry, wild strawberry, truffle and baking spice before a minty finish. Tightly woven, polished tannins offer enveloping support while fresh acidity keeps it beautifully balanced. While this already almost approachable, it will age beautifully for years. Drink: 2026–2038. (Aug 2024)"

96 points Falstaff Guide: "Powerful ruby colour with a fine garnet rim. Deep and multi-layered nose with notes of truffle and leather, then dark wild raspberries, some peach compote. Dense and compact on the palate, lots of grippy, vivid tannins, opens up in many stages, with a finish of plums and fennel seeds. (Oct 2024)"

94 points Wine Spectator: "[$198 list] Sleek and expressive, this red is all about finesse. Rose, cherry, strawberry, orange peel, iron and wild herb flavors are driven by the bracing acidity, while light tannins line the finish. Shows fine balance and length. Best from 2026 through 2043. (10/15/24)"