Barbaresco is one of Italy's most iconic and historic regions. If you are a Nebbiolo fan, two are your main options. For full-bodied red wine bombs, you go to Barolo. But If you are looking for finesse and class in wine, then Barbaresco is your choice. Why; The rich soils of Barbaresco make wines less tannic and concentrated. Do you want this; In a variety as bold as Nebbiolo, probably yes.
Barbaresco is the second home of the dynamic variety Nebbiolo and a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2014. And if you add the name Bruno Rocca on top of that, one of Barbaresco's oldest and most dedicated producers, you understand that this is an emblematic wine.
Bruno Rocca's Barbaresco 2017 is definitely a great wine from an absolute terroir. Bruno bottled his first wine in 1978 and since then he dedicated himself to the emergence of Barbaresco's land and it’s particular crus. Along his side lie his children, Luisa and Francesco, and continue with the same passion, the same dedication and the same love for the vine, the wine, and of course Barbaresco. They firmly believe Nebbiolo wants patience and perseverance. You have to be devoted to it all year. For Barbaresco 2017 the grapes come from the Neive region. Sandy soils and extremely low yields per hectare, produce the extremely valuable fruit. Fermentation in stainless steel tanks for about 15 days. Maturation follows 12 months in French barriques and much more in the bottle. Yes, Nebbiolo wants its time, but it will surely reward you up to the last sip.
Barbaresco 2017 and Bruno Rocca’s philosophy revealed one of the best Barbaresco's intoxicating secrets... If you taste it, you’ll be doomed to love it until the end... We warned you!
