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Ceretto Barolo Bricco Rocche 2021
Standard - 75cl
Wine Critic Reviews
This is the grande dame in the Ceretto portfolio. The organic 2021 Barolo Bricco Rocche draws its fruit from one of my favorite slopes in Castiglione Falletto that always delivers extreme sharpness and focus. Indeed, this is one of the smallest MGAs in the appellation (maybe the smallest?), and the Ceretto family has the monopoly. Bricco Rocche sits at 350 to 370 meters in elevation with southeastern and southwestern exposures and a mix of sand, silt and clay soils. The wine opens gracefully to reveal redcurrant, blue flower and crushed stone over a very firm, mid-weight finish fueled by long, silky tannins. A pop of bright acidity seals the deal.
- Drinking Window: 2027 - 2050
- Reviewer Name: Monica Larner
Surrounding Ceretto’s single-vineyard winery in Castiglione Falletto, the Bricco Rocche vineyard can be identified from afar by the modern cube structure. A monopoly of just over one hectare, this wine was first produced in 1982. A thoroughly promising nose vibrates with intensity. Preliminary scents of cherry blossom, tea, balsam wood and dewy earth surge insistently from the glass. Stylishly sculpted and taut, it simmers with power, and there is just enough give to the pulpy raspberry fruit. Crisp, talc-like tannins meld with chalky minerals. Hints of toasted hazelnut flit throughout, and brightness on the finish is suggestive of rosehip tea.
- Reviewer Name: Michaela Morris
The 2021 Barolo Bricco Rocche captures all the best the vintage had to offer. Powerful and yet sensual, with superb balance, the Bricco Rocche is not the showiest wine in the range, but it does offer terrific persistence and dynamic energy. Beams of tannin and clean mineral undertones extend the finish. The 2021 is compelling in every way.
- Drinking Window: 2027 - 2041
- Reviewer Name: Antonio Galloni