Barolo DOCG Luigi Pira Marenca 2004
14.5%
1.5L
Intensity
This Barolo will remind knowledgeable wine lovers of a Burgundy wine, in many ways.
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Barolo DOCG Luigi Pira Marenca 2004
The wine
For seasoned wine enthusiasts, Cuvée Marenca often brings to mind the finest Burgundies. Freshness, complexity and hints of wild fruit, chocolate, herbs and vanilla, all wrapped up in perfect silky tannins, make this an incredible wine with a particularly long finish on the palate.
About the Producer Luigi Pira
The domaine was established in 1950 by Luigi Pira. It is located in Serralunga d'Alba, in the heart of the Langhe region near Barolo and in the vicinity of other prestigious domaines such as Angelo Gaja’s vineyard. It is without a shadow of a doubt a rising star among the Piedmont vineyards. The Azienda spans some ten hectares on the Marenca, Margheria and Vignarionda terroirs. In fact, it shares some parcels with Angelo Gaja, another major Piedmontese big hitter. Cultivated without chemicals, the vines produce powerful structured wines which are richly complex. It gets the most out of its Nebbiolo grapes but is still in the shadow of certain Barolo stars. It is a boon for fine Italian wine aficionados. Gianpaolo Pira has now taken over the reins at the domaine. It is setting the bar high and its wines have the potential to age for 25 years and sometimes more.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity: 1 magnum
Level: 1 NormalObservation: 1 NormalOrigin: private individual
Type of cellar: underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT: no
Original wooden case / Original case: no
French customs seal: no
Alcohol percentage: 14.5 %
Region: Italy - Piedmont
Appellation: Barolo DOCG
Vintage: 2004
Colour: red
Service temperature: 16°
Size (in ha): 2 hectares
Intensity: smooth
Leading aroma: black fruit
Tasting occasion: food-friendly wine