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Roagna, Barbaresco Albesani, 2020 (1.5L)

Red Wine from Piedmont, Italy
by Roagna
$399.00
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From a historic, highly prized cru in Neive, positioned in the initial section of the renowned Gallina plot near the famous Santo Stefano parcel. Calcareous clay soils with notable sand impart distinctive finesse. Fewer than 7,000 bottles produced per vintage. Fermentation in wooden vats with indigenous yeasts, 60-70 day submerged cap maceration (an ancient technique), then approximately five years aging in neutral oak and concrete. The exceptional 2020 shows graceful profile with sweet tannins, succulence, and transparent juiciness described as "Pinot-like purity." Magnum format provides optimal slow aging conditions.

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Antonio Galloni

94 points

"The 2020 Barbaresco Albesani presents an elegant, restrained expression of Albesani. Dried cherry, crushed flowers, cedar, mint and pipe tobacco open with a bit of coaxing. This ethereal, haunting Barbaresco has to much to offer. It will be interesting to see if it gains weight with time in bottle. Today, it is very much on the delicate, aromatic side of things." —Antonio Galloni

Wine Spectator

94 points

"Broad and open, this red evokes plum, cherry, earth and eucalyptus flavors focused by vibrant acidity. Supple in texture, with firm yet well-integrated tannins informing the long, complex finish."

Kerin O'Keefe

97 points

"Violet, perfumed berry, camphor and sun-warmed hay are just some of the aromas you'll find on the impressive 2020 Barbaresco Albesani from Roagna. Delicious and elegantly structured, the palate delivers succulent raspberry, ripe Marasca cherry, cake spice and blood orange before a star anise finish. Smooth tannins give it a velvety texture. A gorgeous wine. Drink through 2038." —Kerin O'Keefe

More about Roagna

Luca Roagna is the fifth generation in a family that's been making wine in Barbaresco since the 1850s. His Dolcetto comes from vines over 45 years old, fermented with real patience and aged in neutral oak. This is the kind of wine that makes you wonder why everyone doesn't make Dolcetto this seriously.

Wine Details

  • Grape Variety

    Nebbiolo

  • Vintage

    2020

  • Size

    1.5L

  • Sweetness

    Dry

  • Body

    Full Bodied

Flatiron's Take

From the Importer

What Polaner Selections has to say about this wine:

VineyardOne of the famed vineyards located in the commune of Neive. Same vineyard as Bruno Giacosa's "Santo Stefano di Neive"SoilPredominantly limestone soils.ViticultureFarmed organically.VinificationFermentation lasts ten days in large wood casks. They ferment with a pied de cuvee made from their indigenous yeasts. They then use the technique of submerged cap ("cappello sommerso") -- which can last 60-70 days.AgingAged for 5 years in large, neutral botti

Tasting Notes & Food Pairings

Perfect Pairings

roasted veal, truffle pasta, mushroom risotto, herb-crusted chicken, aged Parmigiano

Tasting Profile

Elegant Barbaresco Albesani with aromatic cherry, rose, and herbal notes. Medium body with silky tannins, balanced acidity, and a perfumed, mineral finish.

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