# Pajana (Domenico Clerico)

> Red, Barolo DOCG by [Domenico Clerico](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/domenico-clerico.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/domenico-clerico-pajana).

- **Producer:** Domenico Clerico
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barolo DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo 100%
- **Cru / vineyard:** Ginestra
- **Production area:** Pajana plot in the Ginestra cru, Monforte d'Alba
- **Soil:** Clayey soil with a small percentage of sand
- **Exposure:** South-east, 350 m above sea level
- **Vineyard planting:** Vines planted partly in 1971 and partly in 1991
- **Vinification:** Aged 16 months in barrique, then 16 months in 50 hL casks, plus about 2 additional years in bottle.
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-25



## Summary

Single-vineyard Barolo from the Pajana plot within the Ginestra cru in Monforte d'Alba, produced by the estate for the last 30 years.

## Tasting notes

Named after the old road running along the top of the hill, an ancient pass connecting Monforte d'Alba and Serralunga. Described by the winery as a plot in flourishing balance, carrying its exuberance to the glass.