There are wines, and then there is Barolo Pira 2020 by Roagna — something altogether more profound, above all a hymn to elegance and tradition. A tradition which, through Luca Roagna’s eyes, has become strikingly contemporary and deeply seductive. Barolo Pira weaves its fragile, delicate elements — fresh red fruit, flowers and herbs — into a velvety framework of finely sculpted tannins. In this way, Luca creates the ultimate “vehicle” for travelling through time. Renowned critics wholeheartedly agree: both James Suckling and Wine Spectator awarded it 96 points, ranking it among the very finest Barolos of the vintage.
The Roagna estate is one of the most historic and iconic names in Piedmont. Its roots stretch back to 1880, when Vincenzo and Rosa Roagna played a pivotal role in shaping the identity of Barbaresco, while in 1929 the family acquired the celebrated Montefico vineyard. Today, the domaine is in the hands of Luca Roagna, who continues the family legacy with an almost obsessive attention to detail. With vineyards in some of the most important crus of both Barbaresco and Barolo, Roagna is regarded as a reference point for those seeking timeless expressions of Nebbiolo.
Barolo Pira 2020 by Roagna comes exclusively from the historic monopole vineyard Pira in Castiglione Falletto, the family’s largest single holding. The Nebbiolo vines, aged 25–50 years (with the oldest plantings dating back to 1937), are farmed using organic practices and low yields. Harvesting is carried out by hand, followed by double sorting and fermentation with indigenous yeasts in large oak botti. Extraction is exceptionally long — around 60–70 days — yet gentle, delivering structure and depth without harsh tannins. The wine then matures for approximately five years in large neutral French botti (steam‑treated, never toasted) and concrete vats, before being released unfiltered.
Barolo Pira 2020 by Roagna is aimed at those who understand that great wines are never rushed — they evolve slowly and reward time and patience generously.
