Barolo Riserva Pira Roagna Magnum 2006
Barolo Riserva Pira Roagna Magnum 2006 is a dry, full-bodied red from Nebbiolo (Barolo, Italy), in the full, structured reds style. Tannins are very firm and acidity very high; oak influence is some. Those scales describe the wine when young; this is a 20-year-old bottle and its tannin and oak will have softened. Good with beef stew, mushroom risotto, steak, lamb.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barolo Granbussia Riserva Aldo Conterno 1990 Poderi Aldo Conterno · Piedmont | £711.00 | |||
| Barolo Riserva Monprivato Ca d`Morissio Mascarello 2012 Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio · Piedmont | £563.00 | |||
| Barolo Granbussia Riserva Aldo Conterno (Damaged Label) 1995 Poderi Aldo Conterno · Piedmont | £285.00 | |||
| Barolo Cerequio Roberto Voerzio 1997 Roberto Voerzio · Piedmont | £273.00 |
The Barolo Riserva Pira Roagna 2006 is a wine that exemplifies traditional winemaking practices in the Barolo region. This vintage reveals an initial muscularity, characterised by savoury notes of dried herbs, earthy clay and subtle floral undertones. Tasting reveals flavours of tart cherry, hints of leather, and an intriguing minerality. The tannic structure is firm yet polished, showing a balance of lively acidity and depth. Roagna, a family-run estate with a history dating back to the late 19th century, emphasises terroir-driven expressions in its wines.