The Pira family farms several of the most important single-vineyard sites in Serralunga d'Alba, and this one has 50-year-old vines. The Luigi Pira 2017 Barolo Margheria offers a hint of the vintage ripeness with some wild strawberry and dried raspberry. In fact, those sweet fruit flavors emerge here in the Margheria more than they do in the other crus sites from this estate that are now on the market. That extra degree of softness gives this wine a more immediate and accessible personality.

Sleek, with macerated cherry, plum and spice flavors buoyed by moderate acidity and dense yet refined tannins. Although taut, this lingers nicely on the mineral-tinged finish. Best from 2024 through 2040. 400 cases made, 200 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add