Bovio 2018 Barolo ‘Rocchettevino” Piemonte

Bovio Barolo are always fresh and ready-to-drink Barolo from vines in the La Morra commune of western Barolo. This 2018 from the large Rocchettevino vineyard is a soft and inviting Barolo with integrated red fruit, savory herbs and persistant acidity. While not a bold wine, it is versatile at the dinner table and just easy to drink from the moment you pull the cork. A joyful wine.

WINEMAKER: Alessandra Bovio and husband Marco Boschiazzo, daughter Elisa and associate winemakers Matteo Franchi and Robert Tofan.

VARIETAL: 100% Nebbiolo

APPELLATION: La Morra

REGION: Barolo

IN THE VINEYARD: No information available

IN THE WINERY: Fermentation and maceration goes on for about 10 days in temperature - controlled tanks, using native yeasts. A brief maceration of the grapes and of the grape skins follows. The wine is eventually transferred to large wood barrels. 

ABV%: 13

SERVE: Open and let stand for 30 min, serve in Burgundy-shaped glass

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