About this wine
Vineyard and terroir
Rocche dell’Annunziata is historically regarded as one of the most important vineyards in the Barolo area and was placed in the First Category in Renato Ratti’s Barolo Chart. The approximately 1 ha site lies at around 300 m above sea level with a south-east exposure. Its soils combine typical blue marl with veins of sand, contributing elegance, depth and persistent floral and liquorice notes.
Grapes
100% Nebbiolo.
Vinification
The grapes are harvested by hand in October, destemmed and pressed. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless-steel vessels. Skin contact lasts approximately three to four weeks, covering both fermentation and the subsequent post-fermentation maceration. Extraction follows the traditional submerged-cap system. Malolactic fermentation also takes place in stainless steel.
Ageing
The wine matures for approximately two years in 25 hl oak barrels, followed by about one year of bottle ageing.
Technical data
Barolo DOCG. First vintage: 1971.
Tasting profile
Garnet red in colour. The nose is delicate yet persistent, with nuances of liquorice, rose and violet. The palate is full-flavoured, warm and rich, framed by extremely elegant tannins and a long, persistent finish.
Serving and pairing
Suited to important dishes, spit-roasted or grilled red meats, game, refined preparations of white or red meat, and mature cheeses.
Label / history
The label carries the coat of arms of a local noble family: a black hawk against a gilt background. Its Latin inscription, “Probasti me et cogniusti me,” means “You tried me, you knew me.” The wine is presented in the Albeisa bottle, named after Alba and created by Renato Ratti in 1973 to identify the territory and its wines.