Barolo Rocche dell’Annunziata Riserva 2016 – Paolo Scavino (magnum, 1.5 L)

Barolo Rocche dell’Annunziata Riserva 2016 — Paolo Scavino, Magnum

The Barolo Rocche dell’Annunziata Riserva 2016 from Paolo Scavino, presented here in magnum 1.5 L, is one of the estate’s greatest expressions. Sourced from a mythical cru in La Morra, this Barolo Riserva combines Nebbiolo’s aromatic finesse, the depth of a great terroir and the outstanding balance of the 2016 vintage.

This rare wine reveals an intense and refined profile: dried cherry, red fruit, rose, Mediterranean herbs, tobacco, spice, dried fruit, liquorice and mineral notes. The magnum format adds even greater interest for long-term ageing.

The prestige of Rocche dell’Annunziata

Rocche dell’Annunziata is one of La Morra’s most prestigious crus. Paolo Scavino’s vines, located at around 380 to 385 metres in altitude, benefit from favourable exposure and limestone-rich soils with pale sands, sandstone and deep calcareous layers.

This terroir gives Barolo wines of great elegance, more floral and silky than massive, yet capable of remarkable depth. The Riserva cuvée benefits from long ageing in barrels, large casks and bottle, refining the tannins and revealing the full complexity of Nebbiolo.

Tasting notes

The 2016 vintage and ageing potential

In Barolo, 2016 is regarded as one of the great recent classic vintages: slow ripening, preserved freshness, noble tannins and outstanding ageing capacity. In Rocche dell’Annunziata, this structure translates into a rare balance of concentration, finesse and energy.

This magnum is still young and ideally deserves several more years in the cellar. It can be opened with gradual aeration, in large glasses, without excessive decanting in order to preserve Nebbiolo’s floral finesse. Serve at around 16 to 17°C.