About this wine
The estate's flagship single-vineyard Barbaresco, from old vines planted in 1978 on the deep, clay-rich soils of the Rio Sordo cru — the site the winery itself is named after. Fermented with native yeasts and aged around 22 months in large Slavonian botti with no new oak, it shows the bolder, more mulberry-and-dark-cherry-toned side of Cascina delle Rose's production, with camphor, rose, forest floor and liquorice framed by fine, fresh tannins.
A great introduction to serious Barbaresco — structured but never harsh.
Sommelier's Note
"Rio Sordo is the wine that put Cascina delle Rose on the map — deeper and more brooding than Tre Stelle, it rewards patience in the cellar as much as at the table."
Food Pairings
A natural match for braised beef, aged Toma or Castelmagno cheese, and truffle-scented risotto or pasta.
When to drink it
Special dinners, aged-cheese courses, truffle-season menus
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Nebbiolo
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 14-14.5%
- Price Range
- $95-115 (US retail, ex-tax)
Terroir & Winemaking
Hand-harvested from 1978-planted vines on deep, clay-and-calcareous soils of the Rio Sordo cru. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, 12-14 days on the skins at controlled temperature, aged approximately 22 months in large 10-17 hl Slavonian oak botti, unfiltered, then rests 8 months in bottle before release. Certified organic viticulture.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What makes Barbaresco Rio Sordo different from Tre Stelle?
- Rio Sordo comes from deeper, clay-rich soil that gives a bolder, mulberry-and-dark-cherry-toned wine, while Tre Stelle's thinner calcareous soil produces a more aromatic, lighter-framed Barbaresco.
- How long can Barbaresco Rio Sordo be aged?
- It is built to drink well on release but has the structure and fresh acidity to develop positively for 10-15 years in good cellar conditions.
- What food pairs best with this wine?
- Braised or roasted red meats, aged mountain cheeses, and truffle- or mushroom-based dishes are classic matches; in a Japanese context, sukiyaki or simmered wagyu work beautifully.
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