About this wine
100% Chardonnay from the village of Neive, on limestone and blue marl soils, with vines averaging around 40 years old. Fermented at around 15°C for 15-20 days, then matured for 6-8 months, 80% in stainless steel with frequent bâtonnage and 20% in French oak barrique. Straw yellow in color, with a complex, sweet and spicy nose of acacia honey, melon, golden apple, and pineapple, finishing with a green note of broom and a light mineral touch. The palate is savory, harmonious, and spicy with sweet tobacco notes and a persistent finish.
A rare white from a Barbaresco specialist — rich and food-friendly without heavy oak.
Sommelier's Note
"Bruno Rocca's one white wine shows the same attention to detail as the Barbarescos — this is no afterthought bottling."
Food Pairings
Excellent with grilled white fish, roasted chicken, creamy risottos, and soft washed-rind cheeses.
When to drink it
Seafood dinners, aperitivo, warm-weather drinking
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Chardonnay
- Style
- White
- Price Range
- $30-40 (reference, ex-tax US market average)
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Chardonnay from Neive, limestone and blue marl soils, vines averaging 40 years old. Fermented at approximately 15°C for 15-20 days, matured 6-8 months (80% stainless steel with frequent bâtonnage, 20% French oak barrique).
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Cadet the only white wine Bruno Rocca makes?
- Yes — it is the estate's sole white wine, made from 100% Chardonnay grown in Neive.
- What does it taste like?
- Acacia honey, melon, golden apple, and pineapple aromas with a mineral, slightly green finish; the palate is savory and spicy with notes of sweet tobacco.
- How is it aged?
- Matured for 6-8 months, 80% in stainless steel with frequent bâtonnage and 20% in French oak barrique.
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