Rocche Costamagna
Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata Bricco Francesco Riserva 2019
| Denomination | DOCG Barolo Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | For 36 months in 30-hl Slavonian oak casks and for 2 years in the bottle. |
| Other years | 2017 , 2020 |
Description
Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata Bricco Francesco Riserva 2019, a still red from Piedmont, produced by Rocche Costamagna. A Barolo DOCG born in the heart of La Morra, from Nebbiolo grapes grown in a historic cru, Rocche dell'Annunziata, by the same family for over two centuries. A wine that expresses the history and passion of six generations of winemakers. Maceration on the skins for approximately three weeks at a controlled and constant temperature of 26 degrees C. Aged for 36 months in 30-hectare Slavonian oak barrels and for two years in bottle. The aroma is expansive, with notes of plum, violet, and rose, along with balsamic and spicy nuances. The palate highlights the great structure tempered by the elegance and softness of the tannins, with a fresh, long, and persistent finish.
Awards
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2019
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2019
2This guide is highly respected and offers the most comprehensive review of Italian wines. It has a long tradition and is based on blind tastings carried out by over 100 experts.
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2019
94/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2019
94/100
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Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1841
- Oenologist: Alessandro Locatelli
- Bottles produced: 100.000
- Hectares: 15
A tradition of dedication to vines and wine, a family history with six generations of winemakers who have aimed to raise the quality of their work and their labels over time, enhancing the exceptional terroir of La Morra and making the most of the fruits of the prestigious "Rocche dell'Annunziata" Barolo cru, cultivated by the same family for over two centuries."Tradition, dynamism and sustainability simultaneously represent the values and development aims of Rocche Costamagna: our wines are the expression of a story of love for and dedication to the land of the Langa which spans six generations and more than two centuries" explains Alessandro Locatelli, who runs the winery today.
The cellars, which date back to the Napoleonic era, have been restored to their original splendor and now house elegant guest accommodation, where the Barolo experience meets traditional Langhe hospitality for tours, tastings and holidays filled with charm. Read more
| Name | Rocche Costamagna Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata Bricco Francesco Riserva 2019 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Rocche Costamagna |
| Origin | La Morra (Cuneo). |
| Soil composition | Clayey limestone. |
| Plants per hectare | 4,200. |
| Yield per hectare | 3,500 kg/hectare. |
| Harvest | 4-5 October. |
| Wine making | Maceration on the skins for about 3 weeks at a controlled and constant temperature of 26°C. |
| Aging | For 36 months in 30-hl Slavonian oak casks and for 2 years in the bottle. |
| Total acidity | 54.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |