Rarely does an arrival carry this much weight. The 2020 Roagna releases are officially here, marking a pivotal acquisition for the serious Nebbiolo collector.While many iconic Piedmontese producers are already rolling into their 2022 releases, Roagna remains "as traditional as it gets," holding their wines back to ensure they reach a baseline of maturity before ever leaving the cellar. This patient approach pays dividends in the glass, but it also means our allocation is measured in precious bottles, not cases. For those building a world-class cellar, these are the rare, fleeting quantities that define a collection.

Now under the guidance of Luca Roagna, the family’s lineage in Barbaresco stretches back so far they were crafting wine before glass bottles were the industry standard. Luca has masterfully balanced this "umpteenth-generation" heritage with refined modern precision. While maintaining the signature long macerations that place Roagna in the same breath as legends like Cappellano and Giacomo Conterno, Luca has shifted aging protocols to include time in cement vessels. This evolution preserves the soul of the fruit and the clarity of the terroir, resulting in wines that are extraordinarily age-worthy yet possess a newfound elegance upon release.

Whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your journey into the elite tier of Italian wine, this allocation is a must-have. These bottles represent the intersection of history and artisan mastery, but with such limited stock, they will not remain in our cellar for long.

• While this bottling carries the "entry-level" designation, this is a deep dive into Nebbiolo purity sourced from young vines in top-tier crus. It offers a seductive glimpse into the Roagna signature—silky tannins, crushed rose petals, and forest floor—at a fraction of the price of its Barbaresco siblings.

Critical Acclaim:

93 Points, Kerin O’Keefe: "Fragrant and loaded with class, the Roagna 2020 Langhe Rosso has beguiling aromas of rose petal, new leather, dark spice and wild herb. On the linear, savory palate, bright acidity lifts juicy Morello cherry, baking spice, star anise and blood orange. Made with Nebbiolo vines 25-30-years-old, it has lithe, refined tannins. Drink through 2032."