Tasting Notes
A rich, potent wine, the 2013 Barbaresco hits the palate with serious depth and intensity. The flavors are intense and dark, almost to the point of being unctuous. Sweet black cherry, plum, spice, scorched earth, mocha and new leather infuse the brooding, virile finish. The 2013 has enough depth to drink well for a number of years, although the tannins need time to settle down. The 2013 is a truly superb, entry-level Barbaresco from Marco Rocca and La Ca' Nova. 90 points, Antonio Galloni
Arguably Italy’s most important fine wine region, Piedmont is synonymous with Nebbiolo, Barolo, and Barbaresco. It’s also home to a wide array of other compelling reds and whites that range from the austere to the juicy and joyful.
LOCATION:
Northwest Italy, bordering France and Switzerland, with the Alps to the north and the Apennines to the south.
TERROIR:
Rolling hills and foggy mornings define Langhe and Roero. Soils are mostly calcareous marl with sandy or clay-rich layers depending on the site. Continental climate with cold winters and warm summers.
VARIETIES:
Nebbiolo is king, producing powerful, tannic reds. Barbera and Dolcetto round out the red trio. For whites, look to Arneis, Cortese (Gavi), and Timorasso. Moscato is important in the Asti area.
| Product Type | Wine Red Nebbiolo |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Sub Region | Barbaresco |
| Winemaking Practices | Conventional |
| Vineyard Practices | Conventional |