Benotti Rosavica Roero (2022) 2022 750ml

The Roero is from one single plot on a steep vineyard that is worked only by hand. The Serra dei Costa in Priocca vineyard, located a mere five miles from Neive in Barbaresco, consists of rich, sandy soils at 290 meters of altitude and consisting entirely of old vines Nebbiolo. The sea was here in ancient times and the sandy soils give more elegance and aromatic complexity than power. Unlike the Langhe wines, the Roero DOCG sees a different fermentation and elevage. The grapes are de-stemmed, followed by fermentation in cement and maceration under a submerged cap for 25-30 days. The wine is then aged for one year in 2nd and 3rd pass 225L barriques. This is a beautifully textured wine with lots of bright fruit and a gentle oak influence. This is not Barolo or Barbaresco but a singular expression of Roero Nebbiolo that is simply stunning.