Roagna work the way Barbaresco was made before anyone modernised it: no new oak, no shortcuts, and macerations that run for months rather than days. Pajè is one of the historic crus of the village and the family's home vineyard.
Tasting Notes
A complex bouquet of red cherry, dried rose petal and ripe raspberry, intertwined with anise, tobacco and hints of forest floor. As it opens, layers of leather, cedar and a delicate spiciness emerge. Full bodied and structured on the palate, with firm yet refined tannins and a vibrant acidity that balances the richness. Red currant, cranberry and pomegranate are complemented by earthy undertones, dried herbs and a touch of truffle. The finish is long and persistent, with a harmonious blend of fruit, spice and minerality.
Quick Facts
- Grape: 100% Nebbiolo
- Origin: Italy, Piedmont, Barbaresco DOCG, Pajè cru (limestone-rich soils)
- Style: Dry red, traditional, structured, very long lived
- Viticulture: Organic farming, old vines
- Winemaking: Extremely long macerations and extended ageing in large old casks, with no new oak
Food Pairing
Braised beef or lamb shank, wild boar ragù, roast game birds, mushroom risotto, truffle pasta, and aged Parmigiano-Reggiano. The classic pairing is tajarin with white truffle.
Serving
Serve at 17 to 18°C. Decant at least two hours before pouring. Will keep and improve for twenty years and more.
About the Producer
Roagna is a family estate in Barbaresco, farming organically and working in a resolutely traditional way that sets it apart even in Piedmont. The family holds old vine parcels in some of the finest crus of both Barbaresco and Barolo, and their wines are released only after long ageing in the cellar.
