At a glance

Producer

Roagna

Region

Barbaresco, Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety

Nebbiolo

Wine type

Red

Body

Full-bodied and Bold

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$90-$140

Tasting profile

Ripe cherry, wild berry, rose petals, licorice with subtle earthy undertones; oak influence lightly toasted

Evolution: Will develop complex tertiary aromas including truffle, leather, dried herbs and exotic spices over next 5-10 years

At peak: Silky tannins integrated with layered fruit and earth complexity, long savory finish

Structure

Acidity

High, fresh acidity driving aging potential and balance

Tannins

Firm and pronounced, typical of quality Barbaresco from Gallina, requiring some aeration or further cellaring

Alcohol

13.5%-14%

Aging potential

25-30+ years from vintage in good conditions

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2047

Optimal window

2023 to 2050

Current status

Approaching early maturity, with structured tannins still settling

Current condition

Showing primary fruit and floral notes with emerging secondary complexity

The Gallina cru is among Roagna’s most structured and age-worthy sites; the 2015 vintage’s warmth and quality provide ripe fruit and concentration that balance firm tannins and acidity for a long maturation trajectory.

Food pairing

Grilled red meats, game dishes, truffle-infused risotto, aged hard cheeses like Parmigiano or Pecorino

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (1-2 hours) — To soften tannins and open aromatic profile before serving

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Manual vineyard work, limited chemical use, careful canopy management to maintain vine health; emphasis on natural fermentation processes

Roagna focuses on sustainable farming practices optimizing vine health and soil preservation, though they do not maintain formal organic or biodynamic certifications. Packaging is traditional glass bottles with standard cork closures. The producer is mindful of environmental impacts but could further reduce footprint by enhanced certifications or renewable energy use.