96 points Kerin O'Keefe: "Aromas recalling ripe forest berry, eucalyptus and dark culinary spice mingle with a whiff of botanical herb on the fantastic 2021 Castelletto from Mauro Veglio. Elegantly structured and linear, the palate has nervous tension that underscores red cherry, cranberry, licorice and ground clove. Taut, refined tannins provide support. Still youthfully austere, give it time to fully unwind and develop. Drink 2031–2041. (Jan 2025)"
96 points James Suckling: "Detailed and delicate aromas of rose petals, hibiscus, tile and red currants. The palate is medium- to full-bodied with polished, supple tannins that turn chewy toward the finish. Lovely delineated red fruit flavors. It has an imposing tannin structure but is nuanced and approachable, with pretty fruit and linear acidity. Already a joy to taste, but better in 2027. (Jan 2025)"
95 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2021 Barolo Castelletto is one of the most potent of these wines. It exudes tons of textural depth and overall intensity. Dark cherry, red plum, blood orange, spice and rose petal saturate the palate. All the 2021 needs is a bit of time to shed some of its baby fat. Today the aromatics are especially alluring. Brisk acids and beams of supporting tannin round out a super-classic expression of Monforte's Castelletto district. Drink 2027-2038 (Jan 2025)"
95 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "With fruit from Monforte d'Alba, the Mauro Veglio 2021 Barolo Castelletto (with 6,500 bottles created) reveals power and important richness that is noticed in the wine's darker appearance. Blackcurrant and cherry are framed by licorice, tar and rusty nail. The Castelletto performs very nicely in 2021, showing balance, precision and power. You notice the oak as the wine opens in the glass. It ages in barrique for two years, with 25% new wood. Drink 2026-2042 (Jun 2025)"
94 points/'Editors' Choice' Wine Enthusiast: "Fresh herbs bask in summer warmth alongside a bowl of sour cherries while delicate incense swirls through the afternoon air. The wine glides with focused intention, its elegant tannins pulled taut like a silk ribbon, revealing layers of depth that unfold with pristine, crystalline clarity. Drink from 2027. (Nov 2025)"
94 points Michaela Morris (Decanter): "The steep, predominantly east-facing slopes of Castelletto have recently become more highly sought after, but Mauro Veglio was the first producer to include the name on the label in 1996. Sweet spice and toasty top notes reveal barrique ageing (30% new) but these become well embedded in generous forest berries. The palate is taut and lively, and layers of fine, chalky-textured tannins knit tightly together to provide an elegant yet authoritative frame. There is also plenty of acid tension. Mint and mocha persist on the finish. Drinking window 2026-2038 (Jan 2025)"
94 points Wine Spectator: "Supple and expressive, offering pure cherry, raspberry, floral and mineral aromas and flavors. This red feels elegant, with a light dusting of tannins on the long finish, where hints of wild herbs add detail. Should be approachable soon. Best from 2027 through 2043. 580 cases made, 200 cases imported. (Nov 2025)"
94 points Audrey Frick (JebDunnuck.com): "[$70 list] The 2021 Barolo Castelletto reveals a jeweled ruby color and is highly expressive on the nose, with violet perfume, black raspberries, menthol, and toasted sage. The palate is full and expanding, with fleshy noble tannins, a bright spine of acidity, warming spice, and a dark brooding nature through the long finish. This is another commanding wine with good detail that will be worth aging and checking in on over the next 15 or more years. (May 2025)"
93 points Falstaff Guide: "Shimmering, light ruby red with purple reflections. Fragrant on the nose, reminiscent of cherry and rose petal as well as eucalyptus and some tobacco. Juicy on the palate with a compact tannin structure, refreshing acidity and a savoury, lingering finish. (Oct 2025)"
96 points James Suckling: "Detailed and delicate aromas of rose petals, hibiscus, tile and red currants. The palate is medium- to full-bodied with polished, supple tannins that turn chewy toward the finish. Lovely delineated red fruit flavors. It has an imposing tannin structure but is nuanced and approachable, with pretty fruit and linear acidity. Already a joy to taste, but better in 2027. (Jan 2025)"
95 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2021 Barolo Castelletto is one of the most potent of these wines. It exudes tons of textural depth and overall intensity. Dark cherry, red plum, blood orange, spice and rose petal saturate the palate. All the 2021 needs is a bit of time to shed some of its baby fat. Today the aromatics are especially alluring. Brisk acids and beams of supporting tannin round out a super-classic expression of Monforte's Castelletto district. Drink 2027-2038 (Jan 2025)"
95 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "With fruit from Monforte d'Alba, the Mauro Veglio 2021 Barolo Castelletto (with 6,500 bottles created) reveals power and important richness that is noticed in the wine's darker appearance. Blackcurrant and cherry are framed by licorice, tar and rusty nail. The Castelletto performs very nicely in 2021, showing balance, precision and power. You notice the oak as the wine opens in the glass. It ages in barrique for two years, with 25% new wood. Drink 2026-2042 (Jun 2025)"
94 points/'Editors' Choice' Wine Enthusiast: "Fresh herbs bask in summer warmth alongside a bowl of sour cherries while delicate incense swirls through the afternoon air. The wine glides with focused intention, its elegant tannins pulled taut like a silk ribbon, revealing layers of depth that unfold with pristine, crystalline clarity. Drink from 2027. (Nov 2025)"
94 points Michaela Morris (Decanter): "The steep, predominantly east-facing slopes of Castelletto have recently become more highly sought after, but Mauro Veglio was the first producer to include the name on the label in 1996. Sweet spice and toasty top notes reveal barrique ageing (30% new) but these become well embedded in generous forest berries. The palate is taut and lively, and layers of fine, chalky-textured tannins knit tightly together to provide an elegant yet authoritative frame. There is also plenty of acid tension. Mint and mocha persist on the finish. Drinking window 2026-2038 (Jan 2025)"
94 points Wine Spectator: "Supple and expressive, offering pure cherry, raspberry, floral and mineral aromas and flavors. This red feels elegant, with a light dusting of tannins on the long finish, where hints of wild herbs add detail. Should be approachable soon. Best from 2027 through 2043. 580 cases made, 200 cases imported. (Nov 2025)"
94 points Audrey Frick (JebDunnuck.com): "[$70 list] The 2021 Barolo Castelletto reveals a jeweled ruby color and is highly expressive on the nose, with violet perfume, black raspberries, menthol, and toasted sage. The palate is full and expanding, with fleshy noble tannins, a bright spine of acidity, warming spice, and a dark brooding nature through the long finish. This is another commanding wine with good detail that will be worth aging and checking in on over the next 15 or more years. (May 2025)"
93 points Falstaff Guide: "Shimmering, light ruby red with purple reflections. Fragrant on the nose, reminiscent of cherry and rose petal as well as eucalyptus and some tobacco. Juicy on the palate with a compact tannin structure, refreshing acidity and a savoury, lingering finish. (Oct 2025)"
| Product SKU | 356044 |
| Producer | Veglio/Mauro |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| SubRegion | Barolo DOCG |
| Varietal | Nebbiolo |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
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