What wine is Barolo Chinato Riserva - Roagna

Barolo Chinato Riserva - Roagna is a unique fortified wine, born from the Piedmontese tradition of enriching great wines with herbs and spices. It is an aromatized version of the famous Barolo, made more intense and enveloping thanks to the addition of natural infusions. Its alcohol content, higher than that of classic red wines (around 16-17%), places it in the family of fortified wines, similar in structure and spirit to Marsala or Port, but with a decidedly more elegant and territorial character.

Vintage Details

Barolo Chinato Riserva - Roagna originates from a base of Barolo Pira, produced with hand-picked grapes from historic vineyards in Castiglione Falletto. Each vintage reflects the climatic trend and the balance of the base wine, which is then transformed into an elixir with an unmistakable aromatic character. Production is deliberately limited to maintain the quality and authenticity of the family tradition.

Winemaking and Aging

The production process of Barolo Chinato Riserva - Roagna follows an ancient method handed down for generations. Infusions of medicinal herbs, barks, and flowers, slowly macerated in Barolo grappa, are added to the already aged Barolo base. Once fortification is complete, the wine rests for several more months in oak barrels, further refining its complexity before bottling. The result is a well-balanced fortified wine, where power and smoothness coexist in perfect harmony.

Tasting Notes

Barolo Chinato Riserva - Roagna is a meditation wine, capable of offering a rich and surprising sensory experience, perfect for those who wish to discover a different side of Barolo.

Color

It presents a deep amber color with garnet reflections, a sign of its long aging and the structured Barolo base. Its luminosity in the glass anticipates the aromatic density that characterizes it.

Nose

The nose releases intense notes of sweet spices, quinine, aromatic herbs, and candied citrus fruits. Aromas of noble wood, vanilla, and gentian root are also perceived, blending into an elegantly balsamic and complex bouquet.

Taste

On the palate, it is full, round, and velvety. The moderate sweetness balances the typical bitterness of quinine, while the finish is long, spicy, and slightly bitter, with a well-balanced close. A bittersweet wine, perfect for those seeking intensity but also refinement.

What to pair with Barolo Chinato Riserva - Roagna

Barolo Chinato Riserva - Roagna is an ideal companion for after-dinner moments. It pairs wonderfully with:

• High-quality dark chocolate
• Hazelnut or chestnut-based desserts
• Blue cheeses like sweet Gorgonzola
• Small dry pastries or cocoa desserts

It is also perfect served alone, slightly chilled, as a meditation wine or as a refined base for an aromatic after-dinner drink.

Storage and Aging: how to store Barolo Chinato Riserva - Roagna wine

Thanks to its higher alcohol content and the presence of herbal infusions, Barolo Chinato Riserva - Roagna is a naturally longer-lived wine compared to traditional red wines. If properly stored in a cool, dry place away from light, it can maintain its complexity for many years.

After opening, it is advisable to keep it tightly sealed in the refrigerator: its liqueur structure allows it to remain pleasant for several weeks. This makes it an ideal wine to keep at home for occasional tastings and special moments.