Rocche Costamagna Barolo 'Rocche dell'Annunziata' 2018
The Wine
This wine is produced using Nebbiolo grapes sourced solely from the "Rocche dell’Annunziata" vineyard, a historic cru in La Morra. The maceration process spans approximately two weeks, followed by aging for 24 months in Slavonian oak barrels and a minimum of one year in the bottle. It boasts an elegant and smooth palate profile, distinguished by its floral and spicy aroma, fruity raspberry notes, and a flawless tannin structure.
The Finer Details
Variety - Nebbiolo
Country - Italy
Region - Piemonte
Sub Region - Barolo
Extra - Cork
Year - 2018
Volume - 750ml
About the Wine Maker
Since 1841, the Costamagna family has been devoted to the production of Barolo. The extensive history started in the 19th century with Francesco Costamagna, was continued in the 1960s by Claudia Ferraresi and Giorgio Locatelli, and has been carried on for the past 30 years by their son Alessandro. Located in La Morra, Rocche dell’Annunziata, Rocche Costamagna encompasses 14 hectares of vineyards that have been in the family for many generations, including 5 hectares within the esteemed Rocche dell’Annunziata sub-zone, one of the celebrated Barolo Crus.