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Bruno Rocca Barbaresco 2016
Piedmont, ItalyDocuments from the 19th century attest to the presence of the Rocca family in the township of Barbaresco since 1834. In a wedding document filed in 1864, Francesco Rocca was defined as "a farmer born and living in Barbaresco," the co-owner with his brother Giuseppe of "houses, sites, vineyards, and slopes" located within the township. Fast forward to 1987, when Bruno Rocca took charge of the family business and decided that all the wine produced by the estate would from then on be sold in a bottle. The family now farms 15 hectares of vineyards under Bruno's direction, described as "a consummate modernist, making wines with great intensity of fruit while retaining the structure and elegance of the Langhe at its best." Even in a challenging vintage like 2017, Rocca has achieved a level of quality that exceeds expectations. The grapes come from younger vines, grown at Neive, Cru San Cristoforo, Marcorino, and Fausoni. Fermentation is carried out in stainless steel tanks for 20-25 days before it's aged in French oak barriques for 18 months, followed by eight months in bottle at the winery. Look for classic forest berry and cocoa still in a youthful sleep. You can drink this now with rich fall dishes or comfortably hold it for five years and beyond.Tasted: 01 November 2020Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:| BC | $75.99 | 750ml | select private retailers |
| AB | $65.99 | 750ml | select private retailers |
Grape: NebbioloCSPC: 383844UPC: 8033857391658
