2019 Produttori del Barbaresco "Paje'" Barbaresco Riserva

"The 2019 Barbaresco Riserva Pajè reveals a medium-dark appearance with purple and redcurrants, heritage rose and spicy cardamom. A pretty note of iron ore or metallic mineral is folded within. Pajè brings us an accessible profile with silky, resolved tannins." 94 Points, Robert Parker, Wine Advocate

"Pajé always represents the lifted, spritely wine within the Riserva lineup of Produttori. This vintage holds true to that but with a slightly darker note on the nose. Aroma of crushed raspberries mixed with black cherries, fresh bay leaf and sweet spice. The first sip causes the head to spin with glee as wild berries, dried roses and sage leap forward quickly tamed by fine tannins and vibrant acidity, acting more as headmasters, telling everyone to wait a bit more to show their goods." 94 Points, Wine Enthusiast

"The 2019 Barbaresco Riserva Pajè is full of character. Strong mineral, savory and floral notes jump out of the glass, before veins of tannin make themselves felt on the palate. A powerful, young Barbaresco, the Pajè is going to need a number of years to come into its own. That said, all of its signatures are very much present." 93 Points, Antonio Gallino, Vinous

"Elegant and expressive, this rose-, strawberry- and cherry-flavored red is harmonious and charming. Mineral and wild herb flavors add grace notes as the finish persists with a mix of fruit and mineral." 93 Points, Wine Spectator

"Plentiful fruit character on the nose with dried cherries and potpourri. The tannins are quite sticky on the palate, with a medium body, refreshing acidity and warming alcohol. Focused with licorice notes on the finish." 93 Points, James Suckling

Founded in 1958, Produttori del Barbaresco is a growers cooperative that today represents more than 50 member families farming about 250 hectares across the Barbaresco appellation. The winery focuses exclusively on Nebbiolo and produces a Barbaresco DOCG, a Riserva program, and nine single-vineyard bottlings sourced from recognized crus such as Asili, Rabajà, Montestefano, and Ovello. Vineyard work follows consistent, quality-focused guidelines, and all fruit is fermented in a traditional manner with extended maceration and aging in large neutral casks. The cooperative is known for delivering clear, consistent expressions of Barbaresco built on varietal character, site identity, and long-term cellar potential.