REGION
Langhe, Piedmont, Italy
VARIETAL
Nebbiolo
TASTING NOTES
This estate has been making outstanding, terroir-driven Barbarescos for generations. Pietro Rocca, the family's smiling and modest patriarch, is a fourth generation "vignaiolo," grape-grower. The Langhe cuvée, sourced from two vineyards in Barbaresco, is made from younger vines and is aged for a shorter period. It has lovely scents of cherry, red licorice, cinnamon and dried rose petals. The palate is medium to full bodied and offers brandied cherry, dark chocolate, leather, violet and tar over refreshing acidity with persistent tannin. Sip this charming Baby Barbaresco with braised meatballs or a juicy beef tenderloin.
(Organic)