Although somewhat closed, Roagna's ruby/garnet-colored 1997 Barolo Rocce e La Pira offers notes of tobacco, spice box, cherries, and dried herbs. Made in a medium-bodied, elegant style, it is not as complete or concentrated as the Barbaresco Paje.
Importer: Louis Dressner Selections, New York, NY; tel. (212) 334-8191.