The 2018 Barbaresco Ronchi is another gorgeous wine in this lineup from Rocca. As always, the Ronchi is a Barbaresco of breadth and power. In 2018, those qualities are expressed in a decidedly understated manner. Wild cherry, plum, sage, tobacco and menthol are all kicked up in this super-expressive Barbaresco. Hints of orange peel, spice, star anise and sweet pipe tobacco grace the layered, exquisite finish. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, February 2022)
The 2018 Barbaresco Ronchi is another gorgeous wine in this lineup from Rocca. As always, the Ronchi is a Barbaresco of breadth and power. In 2018, those qualities are expressed in a decidedly understated manner. Wild cherry, plum, sage, tobacco and menthol are all kicked up in this super-expressive Barbaresco. Hints of orange peel, spice, star anise and sweet pipe tobacco grace the layered, exquisite finish. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, February 2022)
Mar 4th, 2022
Vintage 2018 | Beautiful Nebbiolo with the smell of roses snd strawberry, impression of leather, frivolous, much potential
Vintage 2018 | Beautiful Nebbiolo with the smell of roses snd strawberry, impression of leather, frivolous, much potential
Oct 12th, 2021
Mint, oak, sawdust
1 person found it helpfulJul 13th, 2014
Honestly, a little disappointing. I expected more.
Honestly, a little disappointing. I expected more.
Apr 3rd, 2016
Slow to unravel, and while very young, it's still impressive. Kirsch, blood orange, aspirin, lavender, grated nutmeg.
Slow to unravel, and while very young, it's still impressive. Kirsch, blood orange, aspirin, lavender, grated nutmeg.
Dec 13th, 2015
2011
Dec 3rd, 2023
lovely barbaresco… enjoyed with a bolognese.
lovely barbaresco… enjoyed with a bolognese.
May 15th, 2023
2014 wasn't exactly a brilliant year for barbaresco. Medium bodied with some complexity that's a good wine with ragout. Currants and chocolate, cherry tomatoes, floral petals and a eucalyptus finish.
2014 wasn't exactly a brilliant year for barbaresco. Medium bodied with some complexity that's a good wine with ragout. Currants and chocolate, cherry tomatoes, floral petals and a eucalyptus finish.
Jan 22nd, 2023
Interesting aromatics--black licorice infused cherry. Super tart and dry as expected given it's youth. Would love to fast forward this a decade.
91+ points
Interesting aromatics--black licorice infused cherry. Super tart and dry as expected given it's youth. Would love to fast forward this a decade.
91+ points
Jun 25th, 2020A deep purplish red, opaque, slightly orange rim. Light cherry nose and palate, some waxiness, and a hint of mustiness. Quite balanced with low acidity, medium+ tannins. Approachable, ready, but not lengthy. Paired great with veal in red sauce. I would everyone within range to come to CuVino and checkout @Ralph DiBiasi stellar Italian wine list!
92+ points
A deep purplish red, opaque, slightly orange rim. Light cherry nose and palate, some waxiness, and a hint of mustiness. Quite balanced with low acidity, medium+ tannins. Approachable, ready, but not lengthy. Paired great with veal in red sauce. I would everyone within range to come to CuVino and checkout @Ralph DiBiasi stellar Italian wine list!
92+ points
Aug 3rd, 2019
Barbaresco, Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy
