Roagna may be the master of Barbaresco, but the estate is far from a one-trick pony. La Pira is an extensively aged Barolo that ranks among the most expensive red wines from the appellation. The wine is not made in large quantities, meaning that the scarcity will continue to drive up the price.

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Vineyards don’t get much better than Pira. The largest single parcel in the estate’s holdings, the 25-to-50-year-old vines sprawl across six distinct microclimates with terrain ranging from limestone marl roca to bluestone. The unique exposures and soils give Roagna a wealth of options when vinifying Pira.
 
The 2016 incarnation brings the vineyard to life with chalky tannins and sterling minerality. These earthy components seamlessly integrate into layers of red cherries, wildflowers, tobacco, spice, blood orange, and smoke, giving 2016 Pira effortless charm and depth. Add in sparkling acidity and energy, and it’s easy to see why this Barolo is a no-brainer cellar selection.
 
The Final Sip: Wine critic Kerin O’Keefe called this ageworthy Barolo a “drop-dead gorgeous red,” and frankly, it’s hard to argue.

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