COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Azienda Agricola Roberto Voerzio
REGION
Piedmont
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata is a 100% Nebbiolo wine from the Barolo DOCG appellation in Piedmont, Italy, produced by Azienda Agricola Roberto Voerzio. The estate is situated in La Morra, an area with a long history of viticulture. This particular wine originates from the esteemed Rocche dell'Annunziata vineyard, recognized for producing wines of notable power and dynamism. The winery was founded in 1986, continuing a legacy of winemaking in the region.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€33
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards in La Morra have been documented since 1350.
Fact 02
The Rocche dell'Annunziata vineyard is considered a top-tier site for Barolo.
Fact 03
Roberto Voerzio's estate was founded in 1986.
Fact 04
Production for the 2019 vintage was limited to 900 bottles.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata involves extended aging periods. Following fermentation (details not specified for this vintage), the wine spends 24 months maturing in a combination of used barriques and 20 hectoliter barrels. This is followed by a further 8 months in steel tanks and an additional 8 months of bottle aging before the wine is considered ready for release. This extended maturation is designed to integrate the wine's components and develop its complexity.
