# Riva Rocca (Claudio Alario)

> Red, Barolo DOCG by [Claudio Alario](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/claudio-alario.md), Langhe, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/claudio-alario-riva-rocca).

- **Producer:** Claudio Alario
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barolo DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** Riva Rocca
- **Production area:** Verduno (CN)
- **Soil:** Marl and sand, with a notable presence of chalk in the subsoil
- **Exposure:** Southerly
- **Harvest:** Late October
- **Vineyard planting:** Guyot-trained vines, over 30 years old, at a density of 4000-5000 plants per hectare. About 1 hectare, altitude around 350 m. First vintage produced 1995.
- **Vinification:** Fermented in temperature-controlled tanks for 15 days. Aged 12 months in French barriques (50% new), then 12 months in large barrels and 12 months in the bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 16-18°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

Claudio Alario's first Barolo, born in this Verduno vineyard in 1995. Fine tannic structure, an elegant palate and a distinctive character.

## Tasting notes

Ruby red with garnet highlights. Full, intense bouquet of ripe fruit and spices. Dry, warm, smooth palate, nicely tannic and persistent.