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Albino Rocca Barbaresco DOCG 2021
Vintage Character
2021 Albino Rocca Barbaresco DOCG is a classic Nebbiolo from Piedmont’s Barbaresco appellation, a vintage widely regarded as strong thanks to a balanced growing season that delivered both ripeness and freshness. Drawn from estate parcels in Barbaresco and San Rocco Seno d’Elvio, the wine reflects the area’s signature combination of calcareous marl soils and hilltop exposures, a terroir that gives Barbaresco its hallmark perfume, fine tannic structure, and graceful precision.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
The 2021 shows the lifted, aristocratic side of Nebbiolo, with aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petal, violet, and orange peel, followed by hints of anise, licorice, and sweet spice. On the palate it is medium- to full-bodied, taut and elegant, with bright acidity, firm but polished tannins, and a long, savory finish marked by mineral tension. The Wine Advocate awarded it 92 points, underscoring both its balance and site transparency. Pair it with porcini risotto, roast duck, or aged Parmigiano Reggiano.
Winery Background
Albino Rocca is one of Barbaresco’s benchmark family estates, founded in the mid-20th century and today guided by Daniela, Monica, and Paola Rocca, who have continued the estate’s refined, terroir-led vision. The family farms its vineyards with close attention to sustainability and careful fruit selection, emphasizing clarity over excess. In the cellar, the approach is measured and traditional in spirit, with fermentation designed to preserve Nebbiolo’s aromatic detail and aging in large oak casks that shape texture without overwhelming the fruit. That combination of family continuity, cru-level knowledge, and understated precision makes Albino Rocca especially compelling.
2021 Albino Rocca Barbaresco DOCG is a classic Nebbiolo from Piedmont’s Barbaresco appellation, a vintage widely regarded as strong thanks to a balanced growing season that delivered both ripeness and freshness. Drawn from estate parcels in Barbaresco and San Rocco Seno d’Elvio, the wine reflects the area’s signature combination of calcareous marl soils and hilltop exposures, a terroir that gives Barbaresco its hallmark perfume, fine tannic structure, and graceful precision.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
The 2021 shows the lifted, aristocratic side of Nebbiolo, with aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petal, violet, and orange peel, followed by hints of anise, licorice, and sweet spice. On the palate it is medium- to full-bodied, taut and elegant, with bright acidity, firm but polished tannins, and a long, savory finish marked by mineral tension. The Wine Advocate awarded it 92 points, underscoring both its balance and site transparency. Pair it with porcini risotto, roast duck, or aged Parmigiano Reggiano.
Winery Background
Albino Rocca is one of Barbaresco’s benchmark family estates, founded in the mid-20th century and today guided by Daniela, Monica, and Paola Rocca, who have continued the estate’s refined, terroir-led vision. The family farms its vineyards with close attention to sustainability and careful fruit selection, emphasizing clarity over excess. In the cellar, the approach is measured and traditional in spirit, with fermentation designed to preserve Nebbiolo’s aromatic detail and aging in large oak casks that shape texture without overwhelming the fruit. That combination of family continuity, cru-level knowledge, and understated precision makes Albino Rocca especially compelling.
Product details
Wine TypeRed
WineryAlbino Rocca
Grape VarietiesNebbiolo
WinemakerDaniela Rocca
CountryItaly
Expert RatingJS 93
RegionPiedmont
SweetnessDry
Sub-regionBarbaresco
Alcohol Level14.5
Classification (Ranking)DOCG
Format750ml
Prices
Deco Wine
Standard delivery 2-5 working days
Vinobuzz Delivery
HK$340
HK$340
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