GIOVANNI ROSSO 

Azienda Agricola Giovanni Rosso is a family-owned 12 hectare estate located in Serralunga d’Alba, in the eastern side of Barolo. The family have owned their vineyards since the end of the 19th century, but have only been making wines under their own label since 1995.

Talented young-ish winegrower Davide Rosso is at the helm. He has experience working in Burgundy with the likes of Domaine Jean Grivot and Denis Mortet, and takes a refreshingly natural approach is taken in both the vineyard and winery. Although there is no certification, the seven parcels of vines are managed organically with no pesticides or herbicides. They cover some special terroirs, including the limestone-rich La Serra and clay-rich Cerreta.

TASTING NOTES

“A delicious wine to drink now and over the next few years. Fresh, floral and nicely layered, the 2013 impresses for its balance and class. Sweet red berries, mint and licorice linger on the perfumed finish. In a year in which so many wines are quite big, Rosso’s Langhe Nebbiolo stands out for its freshness and lift. This is a terrific showing.” – Antonio Galloni (2013 Vintage, 2014 not yet rated)