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Barolo DOCG 'Pajana' 2016 (750 ml.) Domenico Clerico
The Barolo 'Pajana' by Domenico Clerico originates from a clayey soil, with vines planted in '71 and '91, the grape varieties have an ideal exposure and the production of this wine reaches about 5000 bottles. It rests for 16 months in French barriques and then continues its evolution for another 16 months in 50 hl barrels under the strict supervision of Domenico Clerico. A journey that will see its conclusion only after further aging in bottle for two years.
- Product Category
- Red Wine
- Denomination
- Barolo DOCG
- Grape variety / Raw material
- nebbiolo
- Vintage or Cuvée
- 2016
- Format
- 750 ml.
- Nation
- Italy
- Region
- Piedmont
- Municipality of Production
- Monforte
- Alcohol Content
- 14.5% vol.
- Service Temperature
- 16° – 18° C.
- Recommended Glass
- Wide goblet with a long stem
- Gastronomic Pairings
- Red Meats, Game meat, Aged Cheeses
- Allergens
- Contains sulfites (sulfites refer to sulfur dioxide that is added to wine to preserve it, thanks to its disinfectant, antioxidant, and stabilizing action)
DMC-BAROLO-PAJANA-2016
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Domenico Clerico
In the heart of the Langhe, an enchanting territory where the hills seem to dance under the Piedmontese sky, stands the winery Domenico Clerico, one of the brightest gems of the Italian wine scene. Its history is deeply intertwined with the modern evolution of Barolo, a wine that has redefined itself, imprinting its name in the firmament of great Italian reds.
Domenico Clerico was a visionary pioneer, capable of looking beyond the horizon, embracing a modernist approach that revolutionized the way to conceive and produce Barolo. His creations are powerful, concentrated, and endowed with extraordinary longevity, characteristics that fully reflect his production philosophy. The plots of Nebbiolo, the noble grape par excellence of the Langhe, intertwine with those of Dolcetto, giving life to wines that tell stories of passion, land, and innovation.
Among the most celebrated labels of Clerico, the Barolo Ciabot Mentin stands out for its complexity and aromatic depth. This wine is a sensory journey that unfolds through notes of ripe fruit, spices, and memories of wet earth, evolving over time with grace and character. Each sip is a tribute to the mastery of a man who has been able to interpret the terroir of the Langhe with boldness and respect, creating a dialogue between tradition and modernity.
Let yourself be captivated by the wines of Domenico Clerico, available on Vino45, and immerse yourself in an experience that celebrates the history and innovation of Barolo, a wine story that never ceases to fascinate.
Address:
Località Manzoni, 67 - Monforte d'Alba (CN), Italy
Color: garnet red.
Bouquet: intense and rich in berries, with secondary aromas of licorice and tobacco, and finally tertiary notes of leather, rosemary, and eucalyptus.
Taste: acidity and structure welcome a full-bodied sip, it is soft and balanced by tannins.
- Jancis Robinson 17.5/20
- Matthew Jukes 17.5/20
- James Suckling 96/100
- Robert Parker 96/100
- Wine Spectator 94/100
- Antonio Galloni 90+/100
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THE WINE
The Barolo 'Pajana' by Domenico Clerico is born in a clayey soil, with vines planted in '71 and '91, the grape varieties have an ideal exposure and the production of this wine reaches about 5000 bottles. It rests for 16 months in French barriques and then continues its evolution for another 16 months in 50 hl barrels under the strict supervision of Domenico Clerico. A process that will only conclude after an additional two-year aging in the bottle.
THE COMPANY
Around the mid-1970s, in 1976 to be precise, Domenico Clerico, at his father's request, chose to take over the family farm, which at the time covered an area of about five hectares and produced grapes to be sold to the nearby social winery. However, seeing the meager profits and being convinced of the enormous potential of the lands of Langhe, Domenico, assisted by his wife Giuliana in managing the estate, decided to start vinifying his own grapes to produce quality wines.
With love and dedication, he began to care for his vines, trying to interpret every little need at every moment of the year. Meanwhile, Domenico purchased new well-positioned plots, in the heart of Bussia, in the cru Ginestra and in the cru Mosconi, choosing lands characterized by optimal microclimatic conditions.
Today, the winery of Domenico Clerico has 21 hectares of vineyards, located in some of the best sub-zones of the Barolo of Monforte d’Alba and Serralunga d’Alba. At an altitude ranging from 150 to 450 meters above sea level, managing its rows carefully and prudently, with the utmost respect for the environment, nature, biodiversity, and the ecosystem, it produces pure and valuable grapes, which translate into labels with a thousand facets, olfactively seductive and tastefully complex.
Thus, hard work, sweat, and determination have given rise to what can currently be considered a vital and dynamic wine-growing reality, undoubtedly one of the most representative wineries of Monforte d’Alba. The company of Domenico Clerico best interprets especially the nebbiolo grape, producing wines that are overwhelming in olfactory notes, noble on the palate, and endless in persistence. From the Barolo “Pajana” to the Barolo “Aeroplanservaj”, from the Barolo “Ciabot Mentin” to the Barolo “Percristina”, not to mention the Barbera and Dolcetto: simply extraordinary wines.