COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Roagna Azienda Agricola I Paglieri S.S.
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barolo Pira Vecchie Viti 2018 from Roagna Azienda Agricola I Paglieri S.S. is a 100% Nebbiolo wine from the Barolo DOCG appellation in Piedmont, Italy. Its uniqueness stems from the Pira vineyard, a monopole owned by Roagna, characterized by chalky limestone soils. The 'Vecchie Viti' in its name signifies the use of old vines. The Roagna family has a winemaking history in Piedmont dating back over a century, with their modern focus on old vines and biodiverse viticulture. The 2018 vintage, though challenging, is noted for producing a classic Roagna wine that is light, nervous, and expressive.
ALCOHOL
14.0%
AVG. PRICE
€515
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Later
Ideal temperature
18-20°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Pira vineyard is a monopole, exclusively owned by Roagna.
Fact 02
'Vecchie Viti' translates to 'old vines'.
Fact 03
Fermentation uses indigenous yeasts and pied de cuve.
Fact 04
Submerged cap maceration lasts 60-70 days.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Barolo Pira Vecchie Viti 2018 begins with hand-harvested grapes, selected twice manually. Fermentation takes place in wooden vats using indigenous yeasts and a pied de cuve. A key technique is the ancient submerged cap maceration, which lasts for 60 to 70 days. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for approximately five years in neutral oak and concrete vats.
