The elegance of Barolo wines from Verduno is unquestionable, as is their potential for ageing in the cellar. Our Barolo Riva Rocca offers a fine tannic structure, an elegant palate and an unmistakable personality. This Barolo spends 12 months ageing in barriques and 12 months in large barrels.
Technical data
Municipality of production – Verduno (CN)
Grape – 100% Nebbiolo
Vineyard age – 30 years
Vine training system – Guyot
Density – 4000-5000 plants per hectare (Ha)
Harvest – late October
Average yield of grapes per hectare (Ha) – 6.0 tonnes
Vinification – in temperature-controlled fermentation tanks for 15 days
Ageing – 12 months in French barriques (50% new), 12 months in large barrels and 12 months in the bottle
First vintage produced – 1995
Organoleptic characteristics
Colour – ruby red with garnet highlights
Bouquet – characteristic, full, intense scents of ripe fruit and spices
Palate – dry, warm, smooth, nicely tannic and persistent
Serving temperature – 16-18°C
