Barolo DOCG Rocche dell'Annunziata 2017 Ratti

Barolo DOCG Rocche dell'Annunziata 2017 Ratti

The Barolo DOCG Rocche dell'Annunziata 2017 Ratti is a great Piedmont red that elegantly and deeply interprets one of the most famous crus of La Morra. Produced by Cantina Ratti from Nebbiolo grapes, it combines the personality of the territory with a classic and authoritative style, designed to offer complexity, harmony, and the ability to evolve over time.

Territory and wine style

The grapes come from the prestigious subzone Rocche dell'Annunziata, in the municipality of La Morra, an area that expresses Barolo with finesse, balance, and an elegant aromatic profile. The Barolo DOCG denomination is among the most renowned in Italy and finds here a particularly refined interpretation, with a wine that combines structure and measure. The vinification involves controlled temperature fermentation, medium-duration maceration, and aging in wood that contributes to defining complexity and depth without sacrificing expressive precision.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it presents a typical and noble garnet red. On the nose, it offers a delicate yet persistent bouquet, with hints of rose, violet, and licorice, accompanied by elegant and well-integrated nuances. The palate is full, warm, and enveloping, supported by a structured texture and a long and satisfying persistence. It is a Barolo that expresses the typical authority of Nebbiolo, with a balance between freshness, tannin, and gustatory depth.

Recommended pairings

The Barolo DOCG Rocche dell'Annunziata 2017 Ratti pairs well with important dishes from Italian and international cuisine. It is ideal with roasted or grilled red meats, game, braised dishes, roasts, and preparations of great structure. Excellent also with rich and flavorful white meats, mushrooms, and aged cheeses, with which it finds a perfect balance between intensity and finesse.

Serving temperature

The ideal serving temperature for this Barolo DOCG Rocche dell'Annunziata 2017 Ratti is 18-20°C. If the wine is young or just opened, it can benefit from a bit of aeration in a decanter to best express its aromatic profile and make the sip more relaxed.

Why buy it

Choosing the Barolo DOCG Rocche dell'Annunziata 2017 Ratti means bringing to the table a label of strong identity, capable of best representing the character of La Morra and the tradition of Barolo. It is a wine to buy online for those seeking elegance, longevity, and an important bottle to dedicate to special dinners, prestigious gifts, or moments of celebration. The signature of Cantina Ratti adds reliability and stylistic coherence to a great classic of Piedmont.