Produttori del Barbaresco – Barbaresco Riserva Pajé 2016 – Piedmont Italy

Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco Riserva Pajé 2016 is a remarkable Nebbiolo from one of Barbaresco's most celebrated crus. Produced from the outstanding 2016 vintage, it combines rich fruit, precision, and powerful structure with the elegance and balance that define great Barbaresco.

🍷 At a Glance

• Grape: 100% Nebbiolo
• Region: Barbaresco DOCG, Piedmont, Italy
• Vineyard: Pajé
• Vintage: 2016
• Vineyard Size: 1.8 hectares (4.5 acres)
• Exposure: South-West / West
• Soil: Calcareous limestone with sandy veins
• Vinification: Fermentation at 30°C with 32 days of skin contact and completed malolactic fermentation
• Aging: 36 months in large oak barrels followed by 9 months in bottle
• Production: 10,000 bottles
• Longevity: 25 years from the vintage
• Style: Barbaresco Riserva

👃 Tasting Notes & Experience

• Body: Full-bodied
• Fruit: Rich red cherry, raspberry, red currant
• Savory: Rose petals, spice, earth, dried herbs
• Structure: Solid tannins, vibrant acidity, exceptionally long finish

The celebrated 2016 growing season unfolded slowly and evenly, allowing Nebbiolo to achieve extraordinary balance and phenolic maturity. Pajé expresses the vintage through rich red fruit, vibrant aromatics, and remarkable precision. The palate combines depth and structure with freshness and elegance, delivering a wine capable of evolving beautifully for decades.

❤️ Why We Love It

• Produced from the renowned Pajé cru, one of Barbaresco's benchmark vineyards
• Crafted during one of the greatest modern Piedmont vintages
• Combines rich fruit, structure, and remarkable aging potential

🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas

• Fresh egg pasta with truffles
• Mushroom risotto
• Roast lamb or game dishes
• White and red meat preparations

👤 Who This Wine Is For

✓ Lovers of traditional Barbaresco
✓ Fans of elegant, age-worthy Nebbiolo
✓ Collectors seeking outstanding Piedmont vintages
✕ Not ideal if you prefer soft, fruit-forward reds