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Gagliasso Rocche dell'Annunziata Barolo

Name: Gagliasso Rocche dell'Annunziata Barolo
Brand: Gagliasso
Price: 56.69 USD
Rating: 4.5 (0 reviews)

Italy, Piemonte

Red wine

4.5

Expert Rating

4.0

Regularly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Gagliasso Rocche dell'Annunziata Barolo is a premium wine produced by the renowned Gagliasso winery. This wine comes from the Barolo appellation, which is known for producing some of the finest wines in Italy. The grapes are sourced from the Rocche dell'Annunziata vineyard, which is characterized by its steep slopes and calcareous soil. The winemaking process involves traditional techniques, including long maceration and aging in oak barrels. The resulting wine is a classic Barolo, with a deep ruby color, intense aromas of red fruit, spices, and leather, and a full-bodied, complex palate with firm tannins and a long finish.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Gagliasso Rocche dell'Annunziata Barolo DOCG is a bright and inviting red wine, with a nose of soft fruit, leather and spice.On the palate, it has medium-bodied tannins, a bright acidity and a long, lingering finish. Its flavors of cherry and tobacco are complemented by notes of leather and tar, making it a complex and enjoyable Barolo. It is a great wine to pair with braised beef, wild game or aged cheese.

EXPERT RATING

4.5

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Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

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Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

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Acidity:

Searing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

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No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Nebbiolo

ORIGINS

Winery: Gagliasso

Region: Piemonte

Piemonte, located in the northwest of Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. It is home to some of the most iconic wines, such as Barolo and Barbaresco, and is renowned for its stunning landscapes and centuries-old winemaking traditions. It is also home to the world famous sparkling wine Moscato d’Asti. The history of winemaking in Piemonte dates back to the ancient Romans, who planted the first vines in the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of some of the world's finest wines. The region's winemaking industry was revolutionized by the introduction of the modern winemaking techniques of the French. This led to the emergence of some of the most iconic wines of the region, such as Barolo and Barbaresco.

CUSTOMER RATING

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