Wines
Roagna
Piedmont (Barbaresco)
Barolo La Rocca e la Pira 2000
Varietal: Nebbiolo Maturation: 4-6 years in medium-sized French oak casks, Then at least 2 years in bottle.
Suggested food: Great structure and elegance, this wine can be matched with red meat, stew meat, ripe cheese and pasta.
Best drinking: 2010 - 2025 Tasting notes / Review: Garnet-red color. Rich nose with a clear aroma , tobacco, spices, and white flowers with a constantly-evolving bouquet.
"The 2000 Barolo La Rocca e La Pira reveals an extra dimension of expression in its dark cherries, plums, minerals, licorice, spices, leather and coffee beans. This big, dense and pure Barolo comes across as fresher and more vibrant than the Paje, yet it, too, can be enjoyed today with some air. It is a terrific effort from Roagna. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2025." 92 pts, Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate.
$79.00 per bottle
Available by the bottle at LCBO Vintages through the August 29 release. Check lcbo.com for store availability. Vintages # 106443