Vietti Barolo riserva'Villero'

[winecollector]

Hi Nanci, and welcome aboard. Everything that ddf68 said in the previous post is correct- great year, great producer, great wine. However, if for some reason the bottle did not have proper storage since you purchased it in a cool, somewhat constant temperature, I would suggest that you definitely go ahead and open it soon, or for your upcoming aniversary. If however, it has been stored properly, then you may keep it for at least another 5, 10 or 15 years or more if you like. Light and warm temperatures will kill a wine prematurely, no matter how good it is.

Something else to consider, is that you may find it has some sediment in it. About a week before you plan to open it, stand the bottle upright, so the sediment collects on the bottom. If the wine was properly stored, decant it at least an hour before drinking, leaving the sediment in the bottle. If it was not properly stored, pour the wine directly from the bottle into you glasses shortly before you are ready to drink it, just letting it breathe in the glass. As long as your wine did not experience temperatures of 80 or above for extended periods of time, odds are you will still be able to enjoy it. Hope this helps. Good luck!