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Bruno Rocca Barbaresco Curra 2018 750ml

size
750ml
country
Italy
region
Piedmont
appellation
Barbaresco
WNR
95
DC
94
WS
93
JS
92
WE
90
Additional vintages
2020 2019 2018
WNR
95
Rated 95 by Winery
Rated 95 - The 2018 Bruno Rocca Barbaresco CurrĂ  has some very ripe, sweet, strawberry fruit notes on the nose, with spiky pepper, crunchy green fruit and green herb aromas and flavors. It is round and soft with a good concentration of ripe red fruits with contrasting slightly green flavors, all wrapped around by a refined tannic structure. It is like a postcard of 2018 - a great expression of the vintage! - The Wine Independent ... More details
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Bruno Rocca Barbaresco Curra 2018 750ml

SKU 931192
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Professional Ratings
WNR
95
DC
94
WS
93
JS
92
WE
90
WNR
95
Rated 95 by Winery
Rated 95 - The 2018 Bruno Rocca Barbaresco CurrĂ  has some very ripe, sweet, strawberry fruit notes on the nose, with spiky pepper, crunchy green fruit and green herb aromas and flavors. It is round and soft with a good concentration of ripe red fruits with contrasting slightly green flavors, all wrapped around by a refined tannic structure. It is like a postcard of 2018 - a great expression of the vintage! - The Wine Independent
DC
94
Rated 94 by Decanter
CurrĂ  is a relatively high MGA (between 270 and 300 metres above sea level) in Neive where the wines, compared to Barbaresco, have more delicacy and less structure. In the 2018 vintage Bruno Rocca achieved great complexity here with smoky woodland notes over dried cherries and raspberries, and some leafy lightness. Easy drinking and graceful, it has ripe tannins that are chalky on the finish, along with delicate refreshing acidity and rather good length.
WS
93
Rated 93 by Wine Spectator
A rich, broad-shouldered red, with savory elements of eucalyptus, sage and hay complementing cherry and berry flavors. Supported by a spine of dense tannins and vibrant acidity, this ends with a mix of savory and fruity notes. Best from 2025 through 2043. 242 cases made, 20 cases imported.
JS
92
Rated 92 by James Suckling
Plums, dried flowers and black truffle aromas are compelling. Full-bodied with creamy and firm tannins, and a bright and focused palate. A little lean, but all together. Drink or hold.
WE
90
Rated 90 by Wine Enthusiast
This opens with aromas of leather, licorice and French oak. Reflecting the nose, the firmly structured, full-bodied palate offers black cherry extract, licorice and espresso set against close-grained tannins that leave a drying finish.
Product Details
size
750ml
country
Italy
region
Piedmont
appellation
Barbaresco
Additional vintages
2020 2019 2018
Overview
Rated 95 - The 2018 Bruno Rocca Barbaresco CurrĂ  has some very ripe, sweet, strawberry fruit notes on the nose, with spiky pepper, crunchy green fruit and green herb aromas and flavors. It is round and soft with a good concentration of ripe red fruits with contrasting slightly green flavors, all wrapped around by a refined tannic structure. It is like a postcard of 2018 - a great expression of the vintage! - The Wine Independent
green grapes

Varietal: Nebbiolo

Nebbiolo is not necessarily a particularly easy grape to cultivate. Indeed, its very late ripening time often means that yield is very low, and they are also quite susceptible to various diseases and forms of rot. However, in their native Italy and in many other countries around the world, wineries persevere with this varietal due to the fact that few other grapes can produce wines as wonderful, complex and flavorful as those made with the Nebbiolo grape. These grapes offer a beautifully pale red juice, packed full of intense flavors such as truffle, violet and prune, making them a real treat for serious wine drinkers looking for a sensory experience not to be forgotten. They are also renowned for their affinity for aging, which allows their strong tannins to mellow and compliment their stunning flavor.
barrel

Region: Piedmont

The beautiful region of Piedmont in the north west of Italy is responsible for producing many of Europe's finest red wines. Famous appellations such as Barolo and Barbaresco are the envy of wine-makers all over the world, and attract plenty of tourism as a result of their traditional techniques and the stunning setting they lie in. The region has a similar summer climate to nearby French regions such as Bordeaux, but the rest of their year is considerably colder, and far drier as a result of the rain shadow cast by the Alps. The wineries which cover much of Piedmont have, over many generations, mastered how to make the most of the Nebbiolo, Dolcetto and Barbera grapes which thrive here, and nowadays are beginning to experimenting with many imported varietals to increase the region's range and meet international demand.
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Country: Italy

Italy is recognised as being one of the finest wine producing countries in the world, and it isn't difficult to see why. With a vast amount of land across the country used primarily for vineyard cultivation and wine production, each region of Italy manages to produce a wide range of excellent quality wines, each representative of the region it is produced in. Any lover of Italian wines will be able to tell you of the variety the country produces, from the deliciously astringent and alpine-fresh wines of the northern borders, to the deliciously jammy and fruit-forward wines of the south and the Italian islands. Regions such as Barolo are frequently compared with Bordeaux and Burgundy in France, as their oak aged red wines have all the complexity and earthy, spicy excellence of some of the finest wines in the world, and the sparkling wines of Asti and elsewhere in Italy can easily challenge and often exceed the high standards put forward by Champagne. Thanks to excellent terrain and climatic conditions, Italy has long since proven itself a major player in the world of wines, and long may this dedication to quality and excellence continue.
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green grapes

Varietal: Nebbiolo

Nebbiolo is not necessarily a particularly easy grape to cultivate. Indeed, its very late ripening time often means that yield is very low, and they are also quite susceptible to various diseases and forms of rot. However, in their native Italy and in many other countries around the world, wineries persevere with this varietal due to the fact that few other grapes can produce wines as wonderful, complex and flavorful as those made with the Nebbiolo grape. These grapes offer a beautifully pale red juice, packed full of intense flavors such as truffle, violet and prune, making them a real treat for serious wine drinkers looking for a sensory experience not to be forgotten. They are also renowned for their affinity for aging, which allows their strong tannins to mellow and compliment their stunning flavor.
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Region: Piedmont

The beautiful region of Piedmont in the north west of Italy is responsible for producing many of Europe's finest red wines. Famous appellations such as Barolo and Barbaresco are the envy of wine-makers all over the world, and attract plenty of tourism as a result of their traditional techniques and the stunning setting they lie in. The region has a similar summer climate to nearby French regions such as Bordeaux, but the rest of their year is considerably colder, and far drier as a result of the rain shadow cast by the Alps. The wineries which cover much of Piedmont have, over many generations, mastered how to make the most of the Nebbiolo, Dolcetto and Barbera grapes which thrive here, and nowadays are beginning to experimenting with many imported varietals to increase the region's range and meet international demand.
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Country: Italy

Italy is recognised as being one of the finest wine producing countries in the world, and it isn't difficult to see why. With a vast amount of land across the country used primarily for vineyard cultivation and wine production, each region of Italy manages to produce a wide range of excellent quality wines, each representative of the region it is produced in. Any lover of Italian wines will be able to tell you of the variety the country produces, from the deliciously astringent and alpine-fresh wines of the northern borders, to the deliciously jammy and fruit-forward wines of the south and the Italian islands. Regions such as Barolo are frequently compared with Bordeaux and Burgundy in France, as their oak aged red wines have all the complexity and earthy, spicy excellence of some of the finest wines in the world, and the sparkling wines of Asti and elsewhere in Italy can easily challenge and often exceed the high standards put forward by Champagne. Thanks to excellent terrain and climatic conditions, Italy has long since proven itself a major player in the world of wines, and long may this dedication to quality and excellence continue.