Barolo docg Rocche 2008

Noble and generous, glory of old Piedmont, a wine suitable for long aging, Barolo is the absolute master of the table. It conquers the palate with the conviction of strength, harmony and fullness and holds its sway at length. The vineyard of Rocche dell'Annunziata is historically considered the most important of the "Marcenasco" sub zone. Barolo Marcenasco Rocche is characterized by supreme elegance and a fine bouquet of rose and licorice.

Variety
Nebbiolo

1st vintage: 1971

Production area
From the prestigious sub zone denominated Rocche dell'Annunziata (La Morra)

Characteristics of the vineyard
Average age of productive vines: 50 years
Exposure: Southwest
Altitude: 920 ft
System of cultivation: classic Guyot
Density per hectare: approx. 4,000 vines
Average yield: 35 Hl/Ha
Soils: Tortonian (bluish marl with streaks of white sand)

Harvesting period
the 8th of October, 2008

Vinification
Destemmed and crushed
Thermo-controlled fermentation at a temperature of 30°C (85°F)
Average time of maceration: 7 days
Malolactic Fermentation in November in wood
Refinement: first year in French oak barriques and second year in 25 hectoliter Slovenian oak barrels
Bottling: Summer 2011
Number of bottles produced: 4,100 bottles of 750 ml, 300 Magnums of 1.5 lt, 100 Double Magnum of 3 lt

Longevity
over 25 years

Analytical Data
Alcohol content: 14.5%
Total acidity: 5.5 g/l
Total extract: 31 g/l

Organoleptic qualities
Color: garnet red.
A delicate and persistent bouquet with traces of licorice, rose and tobacco.
Full flavored, warm and moderately tannic.

Recommended accompaniment
A great wine for important dishes, red meats on the spit or grilled, game, "grande cuisine" white and red meat dishes and aged cheeses.