Scavino – Barolo DOCG Riserva Rocche dell’Annunziata 1999
€190.00
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| YEAR | 1999 |
|---|---|
| Producer | Scavino |
| APPELLATION | Barolo DOCG Riserva Rocche dell'Annunziata |
| Grape variety | |
| COUNTRY | Italy |
| REGION | Piedmont |
| Format | 0,75 lt |
| ALCOHOL CONTENT | 14.50% |
| Drinking Window | Drink now. |
“Rocche dell’Annunziata” is undoubtedly one of the most prestigious “crus” of the Municipality of La Morra. The Scavino family, who founded the winery in 1921, in Castiglione Falletto, bought this vineyard in 1990 and decided to to produce its Barolo Riserva, as part of the company’s project to treat only the most traditional vines of the territory and to purchase a selection of the most voted vineyards. For this reason, Rocche dell’Annunziata completes the “collection” of the winery, which produces 4 other single cru Barolos, including the famous Cannubi, produced since 1985.
Both Barolos, the Riserva Rocche dell’Annunziata and the Cannubi, are exposed to the south, south-east, from very old vines (especially since Rocche dell’Annunziata will be partially re-planted in 2000) and both wines achieved great acclaim and recognition during the year. The two vineyards, however, tell all the differences, characteristics and peculiarities of these two Barolos. Rocche dell’Annunziata is located at 385 meters above sea level, very hard sandstone in depth and soft whitish-light yellow sands in the subsoil intercalated with limestone. Cannubi, on the other hand, is located at 290 meters above sea level. on soils rich in Marne di Sant’Agata.
The 1999 wines are characterized by an important tannic structure, which makes them perfect for a long aging.
Barolo Cannubi in 1999 expresses itself with great depth and complexity: black fruits (typical character of this producer), an important structure and a hint of new wood, with velvety tannins.
Barolo Riserva Rocche dell’Annunziata is a wine of great elegance and purity of fruit, and an intensity that allows hopes for a long aging. Concentrate of black fruits, floral notes, complemented by fresh herbs.
To be tasted accompanied by a rich selection of cheeses.
It can be served slightly more chilled, at about 17-18°C or at 19-20°C for a touch of warmth and softness.
Suggestion to open it about 1 to 2 hours before serving it. And let it breath in the glass as well.
Careful vineyard management and manual harvest.
Use of native yeasts. Fermentation in stainless steel, aging in barriques for some months, then in big oak barrels
