About this wine
Barolo Bricco Rocca is Cascina Ballarin's single-vineyard bottling from the Bricco Rocca site in La Morra, one of the estate's signature crus. Made from 100% Nebbiolo, it is fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel with extended skin maceration, then aged in oak for roughly two years before further bottle refinement. Multiple vintages (1999-2017) have been reviewed by Decanter, Falstaff, Wine Enthusiast and tracked on CellarTracker, showing notes of dried rose, red cherry, licorice and earthy spice framed by firm, structured tannins typical of La Morra Barolo.
A structured, classic Barolo — decant it for an hour to let its aromas open up fully.
Sommelier's Note
"A textbook La Morra Barolo — floral, structured, and a reliable benchmark for what Bricco Rocca can express in the glass."
Food Pairings
Pairs well with roasted red meats, braised game, and aged hard cheeses such as Castelmagno. Its firm tannins also stand up to umami-rich Japanese dishes like wagyu sukiyaki or unagi kabayaki glazed in soy-based tare.
When to drink it
Special dinners, cellar tastings, and gifts for serious Barolo collectors.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14.5%
- Price Range
- $35-59 (reference conversion from overseas retail prices; not an official Japan import price)
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Nebbiolo from the Bricco Rocca cru in La Morra. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with extended maceration on the skins, then aged approximately 24 months in oak barrels followed by bottle refinement before release.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape is Barolo Bricco Rocca made from?
- It is made from 100% Nebbiolo grown in the Bricco Rocca cru in La Morra.
- What does Bricco Rocca taste like?
- Expect dried rose, red cherry, licorice and earthy spice notes, with firm, structured tannins and good aging potential.
- How long can Barolo Bricco Rocca age?
- Well-structured vintages can develop gracefully for 10-20 years, with many older vintages (1999-2001) still showing well when reviewed decades later.
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