Roagna Barolo Pira 2018

A magnificent Northern Italian red wine displaying a brilliant garnet color. The complex nose opens with an intense bouquet of preserved strawberries, lavender, and sweet wild herbs, layered with dried rose petals, anise, and subtle tobacco leaf. On the palate, it balances an ethereal, weightless fruit purity and vibrant acidity with ultra-fine, precise tannins.

Food Pairing: Pairs flawlessly with slow-braised beef, roasted rack of lamb, rich truffle risotto, and well-aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano.

97 Points - Wine Spectator

There's viscosity to this red, despite its nimble profile, along with detail, harmony and length, showing precise flavors of rose petal, cherry, currant, licorice, sandalwood and graphite focused by vivid acidity, while refined tannins lurk underneath. Best from 2026 through 2047. 915 cases made.