Luigi Pira Barolo Serralunga 2010

Luigi Pira Barolo Serralunga 2010 embodies the classic power of Nebbiolo from the prestigious Serralunga d'Alba vineyard and the fine signature of the Luigi Pira family winery. The 2010 vintage is considered a defining vintage in Barolo circles: warm, structured, and long-lasting, with a special terroir that condenses the limestone and clay soils into a complex wine. The house's distinctive feature lies in its careful barrel aging, combined with a focus on elegance over sheer bulk, allowing the wine to retain its fragrance and reveal increasing depth with age. Critics such as Falstaff, Robert Parker, and Jancis Robinson praise its structure, maturity, and complexity.

The 2010 Barolo Serralunga reveals impressive concentration on the palate: dusky cherry, dried roses, tar, mint notes, and a mineral, almost graphite depth. On the palate, it presents itself opulently yet vibrantly: dense tannins, vibrant acidity, and a lingering, balsamic hint of licorice and cocoa. The structure is harmoniously integrated, the finish is elegant and maintains freshness even as its age begins to show.

Optimal drinking maturity is expected in the 2020s to 2030s, although the wine can continue to age for decades as long as it is decanted discreetly. A rest period before serving is recommended to allow its complexity to unfold. It pairs well with delicate, hearty dishes: tajarin al tartufo, bracing beef dishes such as roast beef or lamb ragù, mushroom dishes, and mature cheeses.