COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2020
GRAPE
100% Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Franco Molino
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Cascina Rocca Barolo by Franco Molino is a 2020 vintage red wine from the Barolo DOCG in Piedmont, Italy, made from 100% Nebbiolo. The Franco Molino winery is a family-run estate with a history dating back to the 1940s, built upon the acquisition of the Cascina Rocca farmhouse and vineyards. The estate cultivates its vineyards with a philosophy that merges modern technology with traditional winemaking practices. The 2020 vintage was a warm and balanced growing season, yielding wines that are generous and approachable, yet capable of mid-term aging. The wine is produced in the heart of the Barolo region, a place globally recognized for its exceptional Nebbiolo.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€29
STYLE
Classic
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The estate's vineyards are exclusively located within the prestigious Barolo production area.
Fact 02
Franco Molino combines cutting-edge technology with a deep respect for traditional winemaking.
Fact 03
The winery's history traces back to the 1940s with the purchase of the Cascina Rocca farmhouse.
Fact 04
The 2020 vintage is described as more accessible due to a balanced, warm growing season.
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Cascina Rocca Barolo begins with traditional fermentation in temperature-controlled steel tanks, where the Nebbiolo grapes undergo maceration on their skins for about 10 days, with frequent pumping over. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 12 months in large French oak barrels (1,500-3,000 liters). After this period, it rests in steel tanks for several months before bottling. This approach combines traditional methods with modern technology to ensure quality and respect for the grape.
