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Barolo Rocche di Castelletto DOCG wine — Chicco winery — Dionysus
RedBaroloDOCG

Barolo Rocche di Castelletto DOCG

by Chicco · Piedmont, Italy

Awards & scores
  • 91pointsDWWA Silver 2024Decanter World Wine Awards · 2020 vintage
  • Tre Bicchieri 2021Gambero Rosso, Vini d’Italia · 2016 vintage
AppellationBaroloDOCG
TypeRed
GrapesNebbiolo
Alcohol14.5%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at16–18 °C
Keeps for25 years
Bottled in0.75 l
ChiccoPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

Yield is low, around 2 kg per vine.

Vinification

The grapes are harvested with great care and sorted by hand. Fermentation takes place in small stainless-steel vats and lasts 15 days, allowing the must to gain colour and structure. A 45-day maceration on the skins follows, giving depth and a powerful character.

Ageing

The wine spends 30 months in large oak barrels, developing slowly and gaining a velvety texture and refined spice aromas. A further 8 months in stainless steel brings clarity and harmony. It is released four years after the harvest, when it is considered fully ready to enjoy.

Tasting profile

Exceptionally refined, with a velvety texture and refined spice aromas. Balanced, powerful in character and deep. It is already drinking beautifully, and its balance also suits long ageing.

Serving and pairing

Pairs with roast meat, game and aged cheeses.