COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Roagna Azienda Agricola I Paglieri S.S.
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barolo Rocche di Castiglione 2018 is a single-varietal Nebbiolo from the esteemed Barolo DOCG appellation in Piedmont, Italy. Produced by Roagna Azienda Agricola I Paglieri S.S., this wine originates from the Rocche di Castiglione vineyard in Castiglione Falletto. The Roagna family has a winemaking legacy dating back to the late 19th century, with the current generation, led by Luca Roagna, maintaining a strong commitment to traditional methods and expressing the unique terroir. The Rocche di Castiglione vineyard is distinguished by its calcareous clay soil, rich in white rock and sand, and is planted with vines dating back to the 1960s and 70s. The 2018 vintage is noted for its structured and savory character, requiring time to develop.
ALCOHOL
AVG. PRICE
€185
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards planted in the 1960s and 70s.
Fact 02
Fermentation in wood vessels with submerged cap for 60-70 days.
Fact 03
Uses large, neutral oak casks (botti) for aging.
Fact 04
Production is limited to fewer than 7,000 bottles per vintage.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Barolo Rocche di Castiglione begins with a late harvest to ensure optimal tannin ripeness. Fermentation takes place in traditional wood vessels using indigenous yeasts, with a submerged cap maceration lasting 60-70 days. Following fermentation, the wine undergoes aging in large, neutral oak casks (botti). The wood for these casks is seasoned outdoors for eight years to mitigate bitter tannins. The estate practices viticulture based on organic principles, avoiding fertilization and irrigation to encourage deep root systems and promote biodiversity.
