What kind of wine is Barbaresco Asili Vecchie Viti DOCG 2019 - Roagna?

The Barbaresco Asili Vecchie Viti DOCG 2019 - Roagna is an extraordinarily elegant Piedmontese red wine, produced exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes sourced from the famous Asili cru, one of the most renowned areas in the municipality of Barbaresco. The “Vecchie Viti” — vines over 50 years old — give the wine a deep structure and an authentic character, a pure expression of the terroir.

This Barbaresco perfectly combines body, aromatic complexity, and fine tannins, delivering in the glass all the charm of a great Nebbiolo capable of evolving over time.

Vintage Details

The 2019 vintage in Piedmont is remembered as balanced and stable, with a gradual and perfectly balanced grape maturation. In the Roagna vineyards, the climatic trend favored healthy bunches and remarkable aromatic concentration, resulting in a wine with an elegant profile and long-term potential. The expression of the Asili cru in this vintage translates into a rare balance between freshness and intensity.

Winemaking and Aging

The fermentation of Barbaresco Asili Vecchie Viti DOCG 2019 - Roagna takes place in wooden vats with only indigenous yeasts, which are naturally present on the grape skins, ensuring authenticity and aromatic depth. The fermentation process lasts about 10 days, followed by a long submerged cap maceration — a traditional Piedmontese technique where the skins remain immersed in the must — lasting over two and a half months.

After racking, the wine ages for about 5 years in large oak barrels, where it slowly refines until it reaches its distinctive complexity, ready to be expressed in the glass.

Tasting Notes

The Barbaresco Asili Vecchie Viti DOCG 2019 - Roagna is a wine that invites you to dwell on every nuance, ideal for those seeking an authentic and profound tasting experience.

Color

It presents a luminous and transparent garnet color, with slight orange reflections that anticipate its elegance and aging time.

Nose

On the nose, it releases a complex and refined bouquet: notes of ripe red fruits, rose petals, and sweet spices intertwine with hints of undergrowth and light balsamic undertones. The aromatic intensity grows with a few minutes of oxygenation in the glass, revealing the depth of Nebbiolo from the "old vines."

Palate

On the palate, it shows a balance between strength and harmony. The tannins — substances that give a sense of astringency — are dense but perfectly integrated. The structure is solid, supported by a pleasant acidity that gives impetus and long persistence. The finish is broad, fine, and elegant, with echoes of red fruit and spice.

Food Pairings for Barbaresco Asili Vecchie Viti DOCG 2019 - Roagna

Thanks to its complexity and decisive character, this Barbaresco pairs beautifully with structured dishes, especially:

• braised or roasted red meats;
• typical Piedmontese dishes such as Brasato al Barolo or Bollito Misto;
• aged hard cheeses, such as Castelmagno or Parmigiano Reggiano;
• game and dishes based on mushrooms or truffles.

Served at approximately 18 °C, it best expresses its elegance and aromatic complexity, making every convivial occasion a memorable experience.

Storage and Aging: How to Store Barbaresco Asili Vecchie Viti DOCG 2019 - Roagna

To best preserve the Barbaresco Asili Vecchie Viti DOCG 2019 - Roagna, it is essential to keep it in a cool environment, with a constant temperature around 14-16 °C and controlled humidity. The bottle should be placed horizontally, away from light and vibrations.

This is a wine with a long aging potential: it can age in the cellar for over 20 years, developing new nuances and even greater complexity. Opened today, it offers an enveloping and refined experience; with time, it will become a precious testament to the excellence of Roagna and the Barbaresco territory.