A silky elegant red this exhibits floral strawberry and cherry flavors with a hint of licorice. Structured with a light chewiness to the finish now. Offers fine balance and expression with a long detailed aftertaste. Best from 2025 through 2042. 273 cases made.
The 2017 Barbaresco Pajè Vecchie Viti is fascinating to taste next to the straight Pajè. The old vines bottling shows more depth and muscle along with a distinctly savory imprint that is quite beguiling. Sweet dried cherry spice crushed flowers mint and incense infuse the 2017 with notable depth. The tannins are a bit unyielding today so a few years of cellaring at a minimum seem warranted. (Drink between 2025-2037)
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