# Paiagallo Riserva (Broccardo)

> Red, Barolo DOCG Riserva by [Broccardo](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/broccardo.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/broccardo-paiagallo-riserva).

- **Producer:** Broccardo
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barolo DOCG Riserva
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** Paiagallo
- **Production area:** Barolo, about 350 m above sea level
- **Soil:** Clay
- **Exposure:** South, south-west
- **Harvest:** Mid October, by hand
- **Vineyard planting:** Vines about 30 years old
- **Vinification:** Destemming and crushing, controlled fermentation at 28 C, about 20 days of maceration. Malolactic fermentation in steel in November. About 24 months in French and Slavonian oak up to 60 hl, new to 10 years old, then 44 months in bottle before release.
- **Serving temperature:** 18 to 20 C
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-30



## Summary

Barolo Riserva from the Paiagallo vineyard in Barolo, with 44 months in bottle before release. 14.5% alcohol.

## Tasting notes

Pale red with orange reflections. Dried cherry, walnut and citrus peel, full body with slightly firm tannins and a long, balanced finish.

## Food pairings

Important meat-based first courses, braised meats and flavourful cheeses.