Barolo Rocche Rivera 2004 Luigi Oddero

Wine description

The Luigi Oddero's Barolo Rocche Rivera comes from the vineyard located in Castiglione Falletto (Piedmont), beneath the castle’s walls, facing South, at about 350 meters above sea level. The aromatic bouquet is unmistakable, intense and persistent. The tannic structure is extraordinary and makes the taste dry, soft and silky. It's a great wine with excellent aging potential. The annual production is about 9,000 bottles.

Tasting Notes

Color: bright garnet red with light orange reflections Scent: pure and intense aroma of sweet spices, berries, mountain hay and licorice Taste: soft, harmonious and structured with a fresh and balsamic taste that leads to a long and persistent finish.

Vinification

Fermentation with maceration for 15 to 20 days with indigenous yeasts.

Ageing

In stainless steel vats and then 36 months in medium/large-size french oak barrels. 24 months in bottle.