Bruno Rocca : Barbaresco Currà Riserva 2019

Characteristics and tasting notes of Bruno Rocca's Barbaresco Currà Riserva 2019

Tasting

Color

The color reveals a deep garnet red hue, enhanced by elegant ruby highlights.

Nose

Intense and remarkably complex, the nose opens with aromas of fresh red fruits, particularly cherry and raspberry. Floral notes of dried rose and violet blend harmoniously with spicy touches and licorice. A mineral and saline dimension, characteristic of the Currà terroir, adds further depth to this refined bouquet.

Palate

The palate reveals a structure that is both powerful and elegant. The tight, silky tannins express themselves with finesse, while a lovely freshness runs through the entire tasting. The finish stands out for its exceptional length, unveiling persistent balsamic and mineral notes.

Food and wine pairing

This Barbaresco Currà Riserva 2019 pairs beautifully with feathered game and grilled red meats. It also enhances dishes featuring Alba white truffle as well as aged cheeses such as Castelmagno.

Service and storage

This Barbaresco Currà Riserva 2019 boasts remarkable aging potential, capable of evolving favorably for 15 to 20 years or even longer. Decanting for one hour before serving will allow the wine to fully reveal its aromatic complexity. Ideally served between 16 and 18°C.

An exceptional Barbaresco Riserva from a prestigious Italian cru

The estate

Founded in 1978 by Bruno Rocca, the family estate spans 15 hectares in the heart of Piedmont, within the prestigious Barbaresco appellation. Now led by Francesco and Luisa Rocca alongside their father, the estate carries on a family presence documented since 1834. The jewel of the property remains the Rabajà cru, acquired in 1958, complemented by the Currà, Marcorino, and San Cristoforo plots. Bruno Rocca stands out for its organic viticulture, exclusive use of indigenous yeasts, and gravity-flow winemaking that favors elegance. This minimalist approach places the estate among the four pioneering producers who established Barbaresco's modern reputation.

The vineyard

The Currà cru is located in the commune of Neive, within the Barbaresco appellation. The vines, approximately 50 to 60 years old, thrive on soils composed of calcareous marl and sand, also known as tuff. This particular geological composition gives the wine its characteristic elegance and remarkable minerality. The southwest exposure of the plots promotes optimal ripening of the Nebbiolo grapes.

The vintage

2019 proved to be an exceptional year in Piedmont. The vintage is marked by remarkable classic balance, lovely natural acidity, and perfectly ripe tannins. These ideal conditions produced wines with great aging potential, precisely expressing the typicity of their terroir of origin.

Winemaking and aging

The grapes are hand-harvested with rigorous sorting. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by an extended maceration of 20 to 25 days for optimal extraction. The Barbaresco Currà Riserva 2019 then undergoes lengthy aging, typically 24 to 36 months in French oak barrels, followed by bottle aging before release, in accordance with the requirements of the Riserva classification.

Grape variety

100% Nebbiolo