Rocche Costamagna
Barolo del Comune di La Morra 2021
Other years:
2022| Denomination | DOCG Barolo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Other years | 2022 |
- Grape variety and designation: 100% Nebbiolo, Barolo DOCG 2021, alcohol content 14%
- Aromatic profile: notes of rose, geranium, black cherry, raspberry, cinnamon and cardamom
- Taste: fresh and elegant character, fine and dry tannins, long-lasting red fruit finish
- Serving: decant for 1 hour, serve at 18–20 °C; 0.75 l bottle
- Pairings: ideal with meats, game and mature cheeses. Ageing potential 10-15 years
Description
What kind of wine it is
Barolo del Comune di La Morra by Rocche Costamagna is a red wine from Piedmont made from Nebbiolo grapes, a true expression of Barolo. It displays a ruby red colour with garnet highlights. On the nose, it reveals hints of rosebuds, geranium and dried raspberry, enriched by notes of black cherry, cinnamon and cardamom. On the palate, it is fresh, characterised by elegant tannins and a lingering presence of red fruits. It pairs perfectly with flavourful meats, game, or a risotto with leeks and wild strawberries. It is recommended to decant for one hour and serve at a temperature between eighteen and twenty degrees Celsius.
Where it comes from
This wine originates in Piedmont, among the vineyards located in the municipality of La Morra. It is produced by Rocche Costamagna, a winery dedicated to winemaking for six generations. Their agricultural approach focuses on sustainability and respect for the terroir, including plots in the prestigious Rocche dell’Annunziata cru. The maturation of the Nebbiolo takes place in the estate’s historic cellars, dating back to the Napoleonic era, which provide an ideal environment for the wine’s ageing.
How it is produced
The production of Rocche Costamagna Barolo del Comune di La Morra follows rigorous processes aimed at enhancing the identity of Barolo. During its resting period, the wine harmonises its aromatic profile, developing a fine and dry polyphenolic structure. The work in the cellar preserves a balanced finish, where cherry and raspberry stand out. Thanks to its balanced acidity, this still red boasts an extraordinary capacity for evolution, ensuring a longevity of ten to fifteen years for a complex tasting experience.
History and Curiosities
In the heart of La Morra, Rocche Costamagna boasts fascinating cellars dating back to the Napoleonic era and the expertise of six generations of winemakers. Since 1841, the estate has combined tradition and sustainability, enhancing an area of excellence that gives rise to the prestigious Barolo cru “Rocche dell’Annunziata”. This fine label celebrates authentic Piedmontese identity: the 2021 vintage was in fact acclaimed by international critics, achieving the coveted score of 95/100 from James Suckling and prestigious recognition from Wine Spectator, Vinous and AIS.
Awards
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2021
95/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2021
91/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2021
3Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
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2021
92/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1841
- Oenologist: Alessandro Locatelli
- Bottles produced: 100.000
- Hectares: 15
A tradition of dedication to vines and wine, a family history with six generations of winemakers who have aimed to raise the quality of their work and their labels over time, enhancing the exceptional terroir of La Morra and making the most of the fruits of the prestigious "Rocche dell'Annunziata" Barolo cru, cultivated by the same family for over two centuries."Tradition, dynamism and sustainability simultaneously represent the values and development aims of Rocche Costamagna: our wines are the expression of a story of love for and dedication to the land of the Langa which spans six generations and more than two centuries" explains Alessandro Locatelli, who runs the winery today.
The cellars, which date back to the Napoleonic era, have been restored to their original splendor and now house elegant guest accommodation, where the Barolo experience meets traditional Langhe hospitality for tours, tastings and holidays filled with charm. Read more
| Name | Rocche Costamagna Barolo del Comune di La Morra 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Rocche Costamagna |
| Story | History and Curiosities In the heart of La Morra, Rocche Costamagna boasts fascinating cellars dating back to the Napoleonic era and the expertise of six generations of winemakers. Since 1841, the estate has combined tradition and sustainability, enhancing an area of excellence that gives rise to the prestigious Barolo cru "Rocche dell’Annunziata". This fine label celebrates authentic Piedmontese identity: the 2021 vintage was in fact acclaimed by international critics, achieving the coveted score of 95/100 from James Suckling and prestigious recognition from Wine Spectator, Vinous and AIS. |
| Origin | La Morra (CN), Piedmont, Italy |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |