{"product_id":"ca-rome-barbaresco-maria-di-brun-docg-2018-piedmont-italy","title":"Ca' Rome' Barbaresco \"Maria di Brun\" DOCG 2018 (Piedmont, Italy) - [JS 95] [WA 93] [VM 93] [DM 91] [WE 90]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded by Romano Marengo in 1980, Ca' Rome' is a family estate based in Barbaresco, with vineyards in Barbaresco and Serralunga d'Alba. Romano's children Giuseppe and Paola oversee winemaking and the estate's operations, continuing the family's focus on Nebbiolo and the character of its historic vineyard sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaria di Brun is a selection of late-ripening Nebbiolo Michet, produced only in the best years and named in honor of Romano's mother. The 2018 comes from south-facing vineyards at 278–310 meters, with 47-year-old vines rooted in calcareous clay and the area's white marl. Low yields help give this Barbaresco its concentration and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100% Nebbiolo. Aged for 30 months in a combination of 25-hectoliter Slavonian oak barrels and French barriques, followed by 12 months in bottle before release. Alcohol: 15%. Bottle size: 750 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes \u0026amp; Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA structured, full-bodied Barbaresco with floral and woodland character, depth, and a balanced, velvety texture. Serve around 17°C with roasted meats, game, or mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Aromas of dried strawberries and black cherries with orange peel, nut shell and red flowers. Some cloves and licorice, too. Full-bodied with firm, chewy tannins at the start before becoming more refined and chalky at the end. Vivid acidity gives freshness to the red fruits. Dry and lingering finish with hints of crushed stones. Drink from 2025.\" - Andrii Stetsiuk (Nov 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"From vintner Romano Marengo, the Ca’ Rome’ 2018 Barbaresco Maria di Brün reveals a dark and enriched personality with a strong 15% alcohol content. The wine shows determination and power with long-lasting aromas of plum, blackberry and dark licorice. These results are immediate and you won't need to wait too long to enjoy this vintage. (Drink between 2023–2037)\" - Monica Larner (Aug 2022)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2018 Barbaresco Maria di Brun is a deep, effusive wine endowed with striking aromatic presence and a good deal of depth, too. Rose petal, spice, blood orange and cherries in liqueur give the 2018 its bright, lifted personality. I would give the 2018 a few years to soften. The presence of the fruit is quite appealing. (Drink between 2024–2036)\" - Antonio Galloni (Sep 2021)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2018 Maria di Brün seems a bit flatter than 2019, with more forest undergrowth and less bright, vibrant fruit. There's still that balsamic freshness however, and the palate displays its sweet fruit in a slightly more subdued manner, along with licks of volatile acidity, structural tannins and sweet spices. (Drink between 2023–2032)\" - James Button (Jun 2023)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This Barbaresco is subtle at first and needs some time to open, but as it does, aromas of sour cherry, fresh rose, incense, cedar and underbrush begin to develop. On the palate, notes of raspberry preserves and savory spice finishes with soft tannins, making it easier to approach today. Drink now–2035.\" - Jeff Porter (Mar 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTHERN \/ AMERICAN \/ PACIFIC WINE \u0026 SPIRITS","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":67795139527021,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/ca-rome-maria-di-brun-vintage-neutral-bottle.jpg?v=1792801004","url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/products\/ca-rome-barbaresco-maria-di-brun-docg-2018-piedmont-italy","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}