Barolo DOCG Castellero
Lage: Gemeindegebiet von Barolo
Anbaufläche: 0,6920 Ha
Lage: Süd
Seehöhe: 300 m.ü.M.
Boden: Sandig – schlammig
Bodenaufbau: 40% Sand, 33% Schlamm, 27% Lehm
Rebsorte: Nebbiolo
Unterart: Lampia
Unterlagsrebe: K5BB
Erziehungsform: Spalliererziehung
Rebschnitt: traditioneller Guyot
Pflanz- und Reihenabstand: 1 m x 2,7 m
Pflanzdichte: 3.700 Stöcke/Ha
Ertrag: ca.6.000-7.000 Kg/Ha
Jahr der Rebpflanzung: 1970
Morphologische Bodenbeschaffenheit
Die geologisch charakteristische Beschaffenheit des großteils dieses Weinberges ist der sogenannte SANDSTEIN VON DIANO, entstanden aus trüben submarinen Strömungen des mittleren Miozän-Zeitalters. Dieser Boden ist sandiger als jener der Cannubilagen und bringt einen Wein mit guter Struktur hervor, der jedoch eine gewisse Zeit braucht ehe er als ausgewogen bezeichnet werden kann. Deshalb empfiehlt es sich diesen Wein erst ab 6 Jahren nach der Weinlese – bei guten Jahrgängen auch später – zu genießen.
Kelterungsmethode
Die Kelterung entspricht, wie bei all unseren Weinen, jener der Handverlesung welche die Traube in Ihrer Qualität bis in die Flasche begleitet. Wir erhalten so einen Rebsortenwein, den wir auf seinem Weg zur Reife begleiten und der seinen Charakter voll entfalten kann. Nur in den qualitativ guten Jahrgängen werden die Castellero-Trauben getrennt gekeltert und zum Lagenwein ausgebaut. In den weniger guten Jahrgängen werden sie gemeinsam mit den Nebbiolo-Trauben der anderen Weinbergzonen gekeltert, was den Barolo ohne Lagenangabe ergibt.
Genusserlebnis – Kombination
Bei Lagerung der Barolo Lagenweine in einem geeigneten Keller, empfiehlt es sich die Spitzenjahrgänge nicht vor dem 6. Jahr nach der Weinlese zu trinken, da vorher die Vielfalt der an reifen Rotweinen geschätzten Aromen nicht voll entwickelt ist. Serviert sollte der Barolo bei einer optimalen Temperatur von 16 – 18°C werden, wobei ein junger Barolo direkt in Gläsern serviert werden kann, ein mehr als 15 Jahre alter Barolo hingegen 2 – 3 Stunden vorher geöffnet werden sollte und mindestens die Menge eines Glases der Flasche entnommen werden sollte, um ausreichend Zeit und die nötige Oberflächengröße zur Sauerstoffaufnahme (Atmung) des Weines zu schaffen. Bei mehr als 20 jährigen Barolo-Weinen empfiehlt es sich diese mindestens 15 Minuten vor dem Genuss über einer Kerzenflamme zu dekantieren, damit eventuell in den Jahren entstandene Ablagerungen in der Flasche belassen werden können. Als ideale Speisenkombination bietet sich rotes Fleisch, Wild und Käse an. Barolo Wein empfiehlt sich aber auch als Menübegleiter beginnend mit einem jungen (weicheren) Barolo um dann zu älteren, charakterstärkeren Barolo-Weinen überzugehen.
| Anerkennungen | Vintage | Ausgabe | Wertung |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kerin O’Keefe | 2022 | 2026 |
92 "Geschliffen und duftend präsentiert sich der 2022 Barolo Castellero von Brezza mit wunderschönen Noten von Lavendel, Wildbeeren, Eukalyptus und Gewürzen. Ätherisch und elegant zeigt sich der animierende Gaumen mit herber rote Kirsche, gewürzter Preiselbeere, Scheinbeere (Teaberry) und Backgewürzen, gefolgt von einem Abgang mit Orangenschale. Geschmeidige, feinkörnige Tannine bieten ein sanftes Fundament, während die frische Säure für Lebendigkeit sorgt. Dieser Wein ist bereits jetzt zugänglich, wird aber auch über mehrere Jahre hinweg feinsten Genuss bieten. Trinkreif von 2027 bis 2034. Alkoholgehalt: 15%" — Kerin O’Keefe, Februar 2026 ©kerinokeefe.com |
| Guida Vitae – AIS | 2021 | 2026 |
93 Speiseempfehlung: Gegrillte Taube |
| I Vini di Veronelli | 2021 | 2025 | |
| Guida Vini BIO | 2021 | 2025 |
5/5 Foglie |
| Kerin O’Keefe | 2021 | 2025 |
95 From the MGA of the same name located in the village of Barolo at an altitude of 300m above sea level in a site with predominately sandy soils, the Brezza 2021 Castellero has beautiful aromas of wild rose, camphor, cedar and dark culinary spice. Elegantly structured and still primary, the vibrant palate delivers red cherry, licorice, white pepper and black tea set against a tannic backbone and firm acidity. Give this time to develop to its full potential. Drink 2031–2041. Abv: 14% Kerin O’Keefe January 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com |
| Vert de Vin | 2021 | 2025 |
93 (organic) The wine has a pale ruby color. The nose offers tension, a certain density and a savory spiciness. It opens with notes of nutmeg, licorice, crushed coriander seed, as well as delicate herbal aromas (crushed wild mint, cut thyme, fresh rosemary, fresh tobacco, black tea) and a fragrant and expressive floral bouquet (violet, wild rose, peony). The fruit is elegant and airy - we find notes of bigarreau cherry, morello cherry, blackcurrant, blueberry, raspberry and cranberry, combined with notes of cocoa nibs, mint chocolate and toasted hazelnut in the background. The palate is straight, precise, with a tangy and slightly bitter attack (cranberries, bergamot). We then find notes of raspberry, red cherry, blueberry and blackcurrant, combined with a delicate herbaceous touch (black tea, dried mint, a hint of tobacco and blackcurrant leaf), with chocolatey and roasted touches (cocoa nibs, coffee, toasted hazelnut). The finish is expressive, tangy and sapid, with flavors of tangy fruits (cranberries, red cherry, blackcurrant), as well as a menthol (sweet wild mint) and mineral framework, combined with a smoky and slightly bitter touch. Tannins are polished, powerful and well-structured. Lots of energy, concentration in freshness, but the wine seems closed for the moment. 16.25 92-93 |
| Vinous | 2020 | 2024 |
87 The 2020 Barolo Castellero is laced with crushed flowers, mint, macereted red cherry and herbs. The aromatics are attractive, but the 2020i is also a bit light and lacking in structure. This searing , old-school Barolo may come together a bit more in time, but today it is painfully austere. |
| Vinaria | 2020 | 2024 |
16/20 Blütenduftiges Bukett, dunkelbeerige Früchte, Brombeere, Hagebutte, feine Extraktsüße, fleischig, füllige Stilistik, zarte Holznoten, zart schmelzig im Abgang. " |
| I Vini di Veronelli | 2020 | 2025 | 92 |
| Guida Vitae – AIS | 2020 | 2025 |
91.5 Profumato, ricco di frutta rossa e classicifiroi nebbiolo. Espressione nitida anche al gusto, preciso, proporzionato, sapido. Una delizia. Gulasch di manzo alla paprica dolce. |
| Wine Enthusiast | 2020 | 2024 |
93 This Barolo from the Castellero cru inviting aromas of ripe red cherries, fragrant rose petals, and a hint of forest floor scattered with pine needles. On the palate, the wine is well-structured and elegant, with flavors of juicy raspberries, black currants, and a touch of earthy truffles. Subtle notes of licorice and dried herbs lift at the end with fine-grained tannins creating satisfying finish. A good way to fall in love with Barolo. |
| Kerin O’Keefe | 2020 | 2024 |
93 Extremely refined, the 2020 Castellero from Brezza has lovely aromas of woodland berry, new leather, Alpine herb and dark culinary spice. On the linear palate, taut, chalky tannins accompany wild strawberry, blood orange, star anise and crushed mint while fresh acidity keeps it balanced. With event sandier soils than the Cannubi vineyard, Castellero combines youthful austerity with structure and elegant restraint and needs a few more years to fully integrate. Drink 2027–2035. Abv: 14% Kerin O’Keefe February 2024. |
| GUIDA PROSIT - ONAV | 2019 | 2024 |
3/3 Prosit |
| Vinaria | 2019 | 2024 |
16,5 16,5/20. Feine, würzige Fruchtnase, helle Nüsse, zart rauchig, kraftvolles Fruchtspiel, helle Kirsche, saftig, straff, noch mit Kanten, zeigt sich in bester Struktur, gut balanciert, sehr ansprechend. |
| I Vini di Veronelli | 2019 | 2024 | 92 |
| Guida Vitae – AIS | 2019 | 2024 |
3,5/4: Abbinamento Tagliata di manzo al rosmarino |
| Vinibuoni d’Italia | 2019 | 2024 | |
| Guida Vini BIO | 2019 | 2024 |
5/5 (Foglie) Regala al naso note di ciliegie, lamponi, melograno, gelsomino, citronella, sandalo, spezie, gesso sbriciolato e sbuffi balsamici. Sorso pieno, gustoso, fresco ed elegante. |
| WineSurf | 2019 | 2023 |
83 Floreale, acacia, erbe officinali, fiori di campo, abbastanza persistente, tannini dolci, fresco, giustamente tannico. |
| Kerin O’Keefe | 2019 | 2023 |
95 Brezza’s 2019 Castellero is smooth, bright and delicious, delivering juicy red berry, baking spice, crushed mint, orange zest and star anise aromas that carry over to the racy, focused palate. It’s loaded with youthful tension and shows great aging potential. Drink 2029–2044. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe April 2023 ©kerinokeefe.com |
| Vinous | 2019 | Nov 2022 |
94 Drinking Window: 2027 - 2039 Antonio Galloni, November 2022 The 2019 Barolo Castellero is a deep, beguiling wine. Deeply pitched spice, menthol, licorice and dried herbs meld into a core of dark-toned fruit. Virile and imposing, with notable inner sweetness, the Castellero is stunning. There's a bit of new oak influence, but it is not dominant. This is another superb Barolo from Brezza. |
| Guida Vitae – AIS | 2018 | 2023 |
88-90 4 t': Abbinamento: Filetto al vino rosso e scalogno |
| Guida Vini BIO | 2018 | 2023 |
Foglio d'oro Menzione speciale per i vini che si sono distinti per eleganza, qualità e specificità: Veste granato. Aromi di frutti di bosco, succosa ciliegia, violetta, sottobosco, menta, anice, spezie, cuoio. Palato sapido insieme a una vibrante acidità, tannini tesi e raffinati. |
| Vinaria | 2018 | 2022 |
16,5 /20: Florale Nase, Veilchen, kraftvoll in kühler Aromatik, Kirsche, Himbeere, schlanke Struktur in feiner Ziselierung, klassisch schön. |
| I Vini di Veronelli | 2018 | 2023 |
Vino Ottimo - 91/100 |
| WineSurf | 2017 | 2021 |
83 "Floral, leicht würzig, Eukalyptus, balsamisch, Wiesenblumen, Holz noch präsent, mittlerer Körper, recht anhaltend, tanninhaltig, feine Tannine, ausgewogen." |
| Vini d'Italia - Gambero Rosso | 2017 | 2022 |
2 BICCHIERI ROSSI (6). Non così strutturato ma di rara finezza il fresco Barolo Castellero 17, dotato di suadenti note balsamiche e armonico in bocca. |
| Guida Vitae – AIS | 2017 | 2022 | |
| Wine Enthusiast | 2017 | June/July 2021 | 95 |
| Merum | 2017 | 2021 |
VINO MOLTO BUONO, DEL QUALE VORREI AVERE UNA PICCOLA SCORTA IN CANTINA |
| Wine Enthusiast | 2016 | 2020 | 93 PUNTI |
| Vinaria | 2016 | 2020 |
17,4. Helle Kirschnase, Capri-Zitronen, Himbeere, Leder, vielschichtiges Fruchtspiel, Granatapfel, Kirsche, Tabaknoten, kompakt, ziselierte Saftigkeit, Bitterschoko, viel Schoko-Kirsche, perfektes Tannin, endet mit rundem Fruchtschmelz, sehr lang im Finish. |
| Merum | 2016 | 2020 |
VINO BUONO, ANCHE SE NON ECCELLENTE AL MOMENTO DELLA DEGUSTAZIONE |
| Guida Vitae – AIS | 2016 | 2021 |
4 t' 3 t' rossi e 1 t' nero: Granato, si presenta in gran forma, con un bouquet sottile di sorprendente eleganza. Propone erbe e timo, radici, bacche, rose e pepe bianco; poi esce il frutto, rosso di melagrana, cilegia, fragolina e ribes. La finezza si ritrova al gusto, con un buon corpo e sviluppo puntuale, tannini rotondi e lunga chiusura. Un Castellero in forte ascesa, forse il migliore di sempre. In botte grande per 24 mesi. Carbonara. |
| Falstaff | 2016 | 2020 |
93 "Strahlendes Rubinrot. Eröffnet die Nase mit reifer Zitrusfrucht und Blutorange, dann nach Himbeere, zarter Minzeton rundet das Bukett ab. Zeigt sich am Gaumen mit kernig-saftigem Tannin, klarer Frucht und geschliffenem Verlauf, spannt einen schönen Fächer auf, harmonisches Finish. Tasting: Barolo-Barbaresco-Roero Tasting 2020; Verkostet von: Othmar Kiem, Simon Staffler Veröffentlicht am 22.10.2020 " |
| Guida Vini BIO | 2016 | 2021 | 5/5 Foglie |
| I Vini di Veronelli | 2017 | 2022 |
3 STELLE (90-93/100) . GIGI BROZZONI 91 |
| Vinaria | 2015 | 2019 |
15.4. Uppige Fruchtnase, Rumtopf, ausladendes Fruchtspiel, Schokokirsche, Zwetschke, opulent, breite Anlage, Waldlaubanklänge, mittlere Länge. |
| Vert de Vin | 2015 | 2022 |
17.5/20 (95/100) punti The nose is fruity, flesh, fleshy and offers finesse as well as racy minerality. It reveals notes of fleshy/ juicy blackberry, juicy plum and small notes of crunchy / juicy cherry associated with fine touches of raspeberry, blueberry as well as a hint of blueberry and licorice. The mouth is fresh, juicy, well-balanced, very discreetly tight and offers a beautiful acidolous frame, suave, a beautiful gourmandise, fleshiness as well as a beautiful definition. On the palate this wine expressses notes of fleshy/juicy red berries and small notes plum associated with fine touches of violet, lily as well as discreet hints of blond tobacco, licorice stick, chocolate and a very discreet hint of Bourboun vanilla (in the background). tannins are well-built and elegant. Beautiful persistence. There are discreet hints of fresh hazelnuts on the persistence. |
| I Vini di Veronelli | 2016 | 2021 | |
| Vini d'Italia - Gambero Rosso | 2016 | 2021 |
PTS 6: Come di consueto, più che convincente il resto della batteria. |
| Vini d'Italia - Gambero Rosso | 2015 | 2020 |
PTS 6 |
| Slow Wine | 2016 | 2021 |
Il meno complesso di tre Barolo da singolo cru, è misurato e scorrevole, morbido e beverino. |
| The Wine Advocate | 2016 | 2020 | 93 |
| Merum | 2016 | 5/20 Oktober/November 2020 | |
| Vinaria | 2016 | n°6.2020 |
17,4 : (Barolista) Helle Kirschnase, Capri-Zitronen, Himbeere, Leder, vielschichtiges Fruchtspiel, Granatapfel, Kirsche, Tabaknoten, kompakt, ziselierte Saftigkeit, Bitterschoko, viel Schoko-Kirsche, perfektes Tannin, endet mit rundem Fruchtschmelz, sehr lang im Finish. |
| Wine Enthusiast | 2016 | 2020 |
93 CELLAR SELECTION |
| Vert de Vin | 2016 | 2020 |
93-94 Le nez est fruité, racé et offre une finesse du grain et de l’intensité. On y retrouve des notes de baies rouges et plus légèrement de bosquet local associées à des touches de fleurs séchée, de muscade et à de très fines pointes de baton de réglisse. La bouche est fruitée, fraiche, minérale et offre une bonne définition, de la gourmandise et une trame fine acidulée. En bouche ce vin exprime des notes de baies rouges sauvages juteuses, de mûre croquante et plus légèrement de violette associées à une pointe d’iris, de rose séchée ainsi qu’à de discrètes pointes de sens de la place. Note : 16.75/20 93-94/100 • The nose is fruity, racy and offers a finesse of the grain and intensity. It reveals notes of red berries, small notes of local copse associated with touches of dry flowers, nutmeg and very fine hints of liquorice stick. The palate is fruity, fresh, mineral and offers a good definition, gourmandize and a fine acidulous frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy wild red berries, crunchy blackberry, small notes of violet associated with a hint of iris, crunchy blackberry, small notes of violet associated with a hint of iris, dry rose as well as discreet hints of sense of the place. |
| Guida Vini BIO | 2015 | 2019/2020 | |
| Jancis Robinson | 2011 | apr-15 |
17+/20 Mid garnet. Very savory nose reminiscent of meat and two veg. Direct appeal with marked acidity. Dry finish but this is a wine that grabs the palate and convinces it that a long futures lies ahead- 14,5% Drink 2019-2030 |
| Vinibuoni d’Italia | 2011 | 2016 | CORONA |
| Falstaff | 2015 | 2020 |
92 "Sehr helles, leuchtendes Rubinrot. In der Nase nach Leder und Tabak, zartes Grafit, reife Himbeeren. Am Gaumen frisch und zupackend mit eng gewobenem Tannin, öffnet sich mit festem Druck, langer Nachhall. Tasting: Barolo-Barbaresco-Roero; 22.11.2019 Verkostet von: Simon Staffler, Othmar Kierm https://www.falstaff.at/pd/w/brezza-2015-barolo-castellero-docg/" |
| I Vini di Veronelli | 2015 | 2020 | |
| Merum | 2015 | 2020 | |
| Vinibuoni d’Italia | 2015 | 2020 | |
| Wine Enthusiast | 2015 | 2020 | 94 |
| Vert de Vin | 2015 | Spring 2019 |
95/100 The nose is fruity, fresh, fleshy and offers finesse as well as racy minerality. It reveals notes of fleshy and juicy blackberries and plum and small notes of crunchy and juycy cherry associated with fine touches of raspberry, blueberry as well as a hing of licorice. The mouth is fresh, juicy, well-balanced, dicreetly tight and offers a beautiful acidulous frame with suavity and a beautiful gourmandise and fleshiness on an elegant definition. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy, juicy red cherry and berries with small notes of plum associated with fine touches of violet and lily. Hints of blond tobacco, licorice stick and chocolate with, in the background, Bourbon Vanilla. Tannins are well-built and elegant. Beautiful persistence. There are dicreet hings of fresh hazelnut in the after-taste. |
| Guida ai migliori vini d'Italia | 2013 | 2019 |
95/100 If you are looking for a Barolo which doesn’t follow fashion and trends ask Brezza. Since 1885, a family who honored itself in the tradition and precision to express its terroir and its wine. Already well known in Barolo for their “crus” Cannubi and Sarmassa, they surprised us with this Barolo 2013 Castellero. A wine which smell of the tradition at its purest: under bush roses, wild strawberries and liquorice, tree bark, herbs and coffee. 2013 distinguished itself as a classical year in the palate and the wine represents its essence. Fresh and savory, with tannins nicely present for an elegant balance. A wine to open today or to have it rest in your cellar for posterity. |
| Falstaff | 2013 | 2017 |
90 "Leuchtendes Rubinrot mit leicht aufhellenden orangen Rändern. Vielschichtige und komplexe Nase mit Noten Iod und roten Johannisbeeren, ansprechend. Saftiger Eintritt am Gaumen, ist salzig und die Tannine sind weich, noch jung, hat Potenzial. Tasting: Traumweine aus dem Piemont; 24.11.2017 Verkostet von: Othmar Kiem, Simon Staffler https://www.falstaff.at/pd/w/azienda-agricola-brezza-giacomo-e-figli-2013-barolo-castellero-docg/ " |
| Merum | 2013 | 2018 |
Warmes, helles Rot; warme, rotkonfitürige Noten, ansprechend; rund, Süβe, fruchttief, viel gutes, Tannin, enorm feiner Barolo, lang. |
| Bibenda | 2013 | 2018 | |
| Jancis Robinson | 2013 | 2017 |
17/20 Very pale ruby. Herbal and a little closed with notes of chinotto. Same shyness on the palate, clearly in need of time to open up, but with a striking balance and fine, persistent sandy tannins. (WS) Drink 2018-2032 |
| Bibenda | 2011 | 2016 | |
| Merum | 2010 | 2015 | |
| Merum | 2012 | 2017 | |
| Guida ai migliori vini d'Italia | 2011 | 2016 |
92 Quelli di Brezza sono vini classici nel senso più nobile del termine. Termine che è ancora più nobile, poi, se i vini in questione sono dei Barolo. E' sempre molto buono il Sarmassa, ma quest'anno spicca il Castellero, che ha già raggiunto un buon equilibrio. Nel bicchiere è di colore granato, con lampi rubino. Annusando si avverte un velo speziato che subito lascia spazio a note floreali di geranio, rosa e viola. A seguire, la frutta, con in primo piano la ciliegia mista a fragolina di bosco, e un ricordo di liquirizia. In bocca attacca senza invadenza eppure con decisione. Il liquido accarezza lingua e palato grazie alla maturità dei tannini e alla misurata componente alcolica. Eleganza da vendere e lunga persistenza del gusto. |
| huon HOOKE | 2012 | 2016 |
90 SILVER RIBBON Awarded #105 of 266 2012 Nebbiolo: A bouquet of fresh earth, dried herbs and pot-pourri. Soft, mellow, forward palate, with gentle tannins and good depth; star anise flavours again. |
| Wine Enthusiast | 2012 | 2016 | 90 |
| Merum | 2011 | 2016 | |
| I Vini di Veronelli | 1999 | 204 | |
| I Vini di Veronelli | 1999 | 2005 | |
| I Vini di Veronelli | 2005 | 2010 | |
| I Vini di Veronelli | 2005 | 2011 | |
| I Vini di Veronelli | 2005 | 2013 | |
| Vini d'Italia - le Guide de L'Espresso | 2005 | 2010 | |
| The Wine Advocate | 1999 | 2003 | 87 |
| The Wine Advocate | 2005 | 2009 | 91 |
| Slow Wine | 2010 | 2015 |
Vino slow And we also received the award "CHIOCCIOLA" for an all-around outstanding winery |
| Wine Enthusiast | 2010 | 2014 | 94 |
| Vinous | 2010 | 2014 | 92 |
| Enogea | 2010 | 2014 | 88 |