Roccalini Nebbiolo Langhe DOC 2022

The Langhe DOC Nebbiolo 2022 from Cascina Roccalini is a wine that embodies the intrinsic essence of Piemonte, offering a symphony of aromas and flavors that tell the unique story of this historic region with every sip. Nebbiolo, known as the king of Piedmontese grapes, manifests in this wine with extraordinary elegance and complexity. This red presents itself in a vibrant ruby hue, shining under the light, inviting from the very first glance.

On the nose, it releases a refined bouquet, where notes of ripe cherry and plum intertwine gently with floral hints of rose and violet, while subtle nuances of spices and wet earth reminiscent of the vineyards enhance its depth. On the palate, its structure is enveloping and creamy, with silky tannins dancing in harmony with a lively freshness, creating a lingering finish that invites a second sip. A true expression of the terroir, the Langhe DOC Nebbiolo 2022 from Cascina Roccalini is a sensory journey that will remain etched in your memory.

Paolo Veglio founded Cascina Roccalini in 2003 after having farmed Nebbiolo for nearly a decade and selling the fruit to some of the most well-known wineries in Piemonte. His great-grandfather bought the property in 1920 for the equivalent of 250 Euros. The winery doesn't carry any certifications, but Paolo follows organic and biodynamic practices. Paolo knew from a young age that he wanted to grow grapes and make wine. He began apprenticing with farmers and winemakers at the age of 14. It was then that he discovered, "I didn't want to sit behind a desk. I wanted to work the fields." Paolo has several variants of Nebbiolo growing in his vineyards to promote diversity and complexity.

The Roccalini vineyard has plantings going back as far as 1961. It sits at southwestern exposure on a hill overlooking the Tanaro River at 1,000 ft elevation. The soil is a combination of clay and marl. Paolo believes the freshness of his wines comes from the clay soils. Paolo is the only one farming grapes at this site and he no longer sells any of his fruit.

Roccalini makes wines traditionally, with a lot of care in the vineyards, minimal intervention and long elevages in large neutral Slovenian oak botti.