| Producer | Cascina delle Rose |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Subregion | Barbaresco |
| Varietal | Nebbiolo |
| Vintage | 2020 |
| Sku | 1158390 |
| Size | 750ml |
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Tasting Notes: The Rio Sordo from Cascina delle Rose displays a remarkable depth of character, opening with a refined bouquet of wild strawberries, crushed rose petals, and subtle hints of star anise and camphor. On the palate, the wine is streamlined and focused, balancing its elegant red fruit core with savory undertones of tobacco leaf and forest floor. The tannins are dense yet remarkably fine-grained, leading into a long, mineral-driven finish that highlights the vibrancy and tension typical of this vintage. It is a sophisticated expression of Nebbiolo that offers immediate appeal while possessing the structural integrity to evolve beautifully for decades.
Estate History: Located in the heart of the Rio Sordo valley in Barbaresco, Cascina delle Rose has been a family-run estate since 1948, though the Rizzolio family has owned the land since the late 19th century. Giovanna Rizzolio began bottling under the family name in the early 1990s, shifting the focus toward organic farming and a traditionalist winemaking philosophy. Today, the estate spans five hectares of vines and is celebrated for its artisanal approach, utilizing spontaneous fermentations and aging in large Slavonian oak botti to preserve the purity of the terroir. The property remains a small-scale operation, deeply rooted in the Piedmontese tradition of hospitality and environmental stewardship.
