Ca Viola, Barolo Riserva Sottocastello di Novello, 2016
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What is this wine?
Ca’ Viola’s Barolo Riserva Sottocastello di Novello 2016 is a single-vineyard Nebbiolo from the Sottocastello cru in the village of Novello—one of the Barolo zone’s highest and most distinctive sites. The steep, limestone- and clay-rich slopes here produce wines of both power and refinement. Winemaker Giuseppe “Beppe” Caviola, a respected enologist and consultant, crafts this Riserva traditionally: long maceration, native-yeast fermentation, and extended aging (minimum 30 months) in large oak casks followed by years of bottle rest.
Why get this wine?
Ca’ Viola is one of Piedmont’s quiet stars, known for combining meticulous vineyard work with restrained, terroir-focused winemaking. The 2016 vintage is legendary in Barolo—cool, even, and perfectly balanced—and this Riserva Sottocastello di Novello captures it at its finest: structured, aromatic, and built for decades. A collector’s wine of rare precision and depth.
What does this wine taste like?
Elegant yet powerful, with aromas of red cherry, rose, tobacco, and truffle. The palate is layered with plum, licorice, and mineral tones, framed by firm but refined tannins and bright acidity. The finish is long, savory, and complex.
When should you drink this wine?
Best from 2026–2045. Decant for 2–3 hours if opened young. Pairs beautifully with braised beef, game, or aged Parmigiano.
