2010 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione
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The 2010 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is made with fruit from 50-year-old vines planted in well-draining, sandy soils. The wine opens to a delicate touch with wild berries, white cherries, spice and pressed rose petal. It builds in intensity to show a greater level of muscle and power. Opulent spice, dark plum and leather round off the finish. This wine was previously named Barolo Rocche, but is now identified by the full name of the vineyard site.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Brovia's 2010 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a classic in the making. An open, expressive Rocche bouquet, firm yet silky tannins and chiseled fruit are the signatures. Veins of brilliant acidity and insistent tannin give the 2010 much of its energy and overall tension. This mid-weight, super-polished Barolo will provide readers with exceptional drinking for many years to come.
Castiglione Falletto. Concentrated ruby with orange rim. Really stony nose with iron notes and an elegant palate of round fruit with hints of herbs. Finely woven, grainy tannins and with the acidity kicking in on the finish. Austere for now, but with wonderful, brooding complexity. (WS)
The 2010 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a drop-dead gorgeous beauty. Freshly cut flowers, red berries, spices and mint lift from the glass in a sweet, perfumed Barolo graced with exquisite class and elegance. The tannins are remarkably sweet and polished for a young Barolo. Intensely fragrant notes round out the finish. It will be interesting to watch the 2010 develop over the coming years. Today it is flat-out gorgeous. Brovia fans will note a small name change in the 2010, which reflects the new vineyard designations that go into effect with this vintage.