2016 Luigi Pira Barolo Margheria, Serralunga d'Alba, Piedmont
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The entire medieval village of Serralunga d'Alba is located in the Barolo denomination and accounts for 16.49% of total Barolo production.
Dominated by its imposing fourteenth-century castle Serralunga turns out the most complex and age-worthy Barolos from its 39 crus, a number of which are among the most coveted sites in all of Barolo.
The Serralunga’s most prized vineyards are at the highest altitude and boast full southern exposure which together prolong Nebbiolo’s growing season yielding some of the most austere and powerfully structured Barolos that in top vintages can evolve and maintain for decades.
Today many Serralunga producer are crafting wines that can be approachable six or seven years after the harvest but can still stand the test of time beautifully.
The 2016 Barolo Margheria is powerful and incisive, as it so often is, but with terrific balance that should serve it well in aging. Iron, white pepper, crushed flowers, anise and bright red berry fruit all pulse through this striking, alluring Barolo from Giampaolo Pira. Readers will find a gorgeous, classically austere, young Serralunga Barolo with biting tannins and bright acidity. In other words, a wine that needs time to be at its best. The Pira Margheria can be a bit lean at times, but the 2016 has terrific balance.
94 points Antonio Galloni vinous.com Drink 2024 - 2036
| Product/Service Sold Out | Yes |
|---|---|
| En Primeur | No |
| New Arrivals | No |
| Wine Type | Red Wine |
| Wine Style | Traditional |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Varietals | Nebbiolo |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Bottle Size | 750ml |
| Wine Points | 94 |
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