Claudio Alario's Barolo Riva Rocca 1996, a Nebbiolo from Piedmont. Intense garnet red, complex aromas of rose and spices. Robust, velvety taste, with noble tannins and a persistent finish. Ideal with roasts and aged cheeses, served at 18-20°C.
Italy - Piedmont Dry Red Wine, DOCG Nebbiolo
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Colour
Intense garnet red with orange reflections
Bouquet
Complex, elegant, with notes of withered rose, violet, liquorice, truffle, sweet spices, and undergrowth.
Taste
Dry, robust, velvety, with well-integrated noble tannins. Great structure, aromatic persistence, and a long, harmonious finish.
Alcohol content
Approx. 14-14.5% vol.
Type of glass
Large Barolo/Nebbiolo glass
Pairings
Roast red meats, braised dishes, game, aged cheeses, truffle.
Refinement
In large oak barrels for at least 24 months, followed by bottle aging.
Vinification
Fermentation in steel tanks at controlled temperature with long maceration on the skins.
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