Carlo Rocca founded this Barbaresco house at the end of the 19th century. Four generations later, Giancarlo Rocca has steered the program since 1996, working 4 hectares across red and white production. The cellar turns out 23,500 bottles of red wine and 12,500 of white and rosé each year, drawing from Nebbiolo, Barbera, Chardonnay, and Arneis. The house produces Langhe Nebbiolo and Langhe Arneis in amphoris. Vineyard tours by expert guide run April through October, lasting roughly an hour. Weekday visits welcome 9 AM to 6 PM, Sundays and holidays by reservation.
Yes — RONCHI Az. Agr. di Giancarlo Rocca has a tasting room open to visitors. Walk-ins are welcome, though booking ahead is safest on busy weekends.
RONCHI Az. Agr. di Giancarlo Rocca focuses on Nebbiolo, Barbera, Chardonnay, Arneis. Signature bottles include Barbaresco Ronchi, Barbaresco Ronchi Riserva, Barbaresco Gaia-Principe, Barbaresco, Barbera d'Alba Terlè, Langhe Nebbiolo in amphoris, Langhe Chardonnay, Langhe Arneis in amphoris, Boyrola Metodo Classico Rosé. When booking a tasting, ask which current release best represents the estate's style.
Yes, RONCHI Az. Agr. di Giancarlo Rocca offers vineyard tours. Options include: Vineyard Walk and Cellar Visits. Tour spots fill before standard tasting reservations. Book your tour and tasting together when you reserve.
RONCHI Az. Agr. di Giancarlo Rocca is in Barbaresco, CN, in the Piemonte wine region. Phone: 0173 635156. Confirm hours before visiting. Winery schedules vary seasonally.
RONCHI Az. Agr. di Giancarlo Rocca was established in 1800, giving the estate 226 years to develop its wine program and farming practices.
The winemaking at RONCHI Az. Agr. di Giancarlo Rocca is led by Giancarlo Rocca. Visiting during special events or release weekends is often the best chance to meet the winemaking team and ask questions about specific vintages or techniques.