{"title":"Luigi Pira","description":"\u003ch1\u003e Buy or order Luigi Pira wine\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eLuigi Pira's vineyards are located in Italy. Few countries breathe wine more than Italy. The most popular Pira wine is Pira Barbera d'Alba Superiore, but Pira Langhe Nebbiolo is also very popular. The grape varieties used by Pira are Nebbiolo, Barbera d'Alba, and Dolcetta. Nebbiolo is better known as Barolo, as it is the pride of northern Italy. You can buy Pira's Italian wines at competitive prices online in our webshop.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pira-barolo-serralunga","title":"Pira Barolo Serralunga","description":"Luigi Pira Barolo Serralunga is produced by the modern Pira winery. The vineyards are located in the finest crus of Serralunga ad'Alba. Their goal is to produce the very best Barolos from Serralunga and the surrounding area. And this Barolo Serralunga is a beautiful example of that! Thanks to the extended oak aging, classic Barolo aromas have developed, resulting in a beautifully rounded and well-balanced palate.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Barolos of the highest quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \nThe Pira winery was founded in the early 1950s, initially producing and selling only grapes. Since the 1990s, the winery has been renovated to facilitate the production of high-quality Barolo. The rooms have been restored and enlarged, and the equipment has been replaced, while maintaining a balance between tradition and technology. Pira Luigi produces quality wines thanks to the special characteristics of the grapes grown in the Serralunga d'Alba region. The wines reflect Gianpaolo's high standards and are powerful, structured, and complex.\n\n\n \nThe 100 percent Nebbiolo grapes for this Serralunga come from vineyards planted in 1959 and 1995. The vineyards are situated at an altitude of 320 meters above sea level, with a subsoil consisting of limestone and clay. This gives the grapes unique characteristics. The hills face southwest, which favors the climate. Barolo Serralunga is vinified in horizontal, temperature-controlled fermentation tanks for 12 to 15 days. The wine is aged for 24 months in large wooden barrels.\n\n\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Enjoy the strong aromas of Pira Barolo Serralunga\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\n The Barolo Serralunga has a garnet-red color with orange reflections in the glass. It has an elegant aroma with notes of cherry, hay, earth, and spice. The aromas enhance each other and continue through the balanced acidity and tannins. The palate reveals notes of cherry, tobacco, and leather with a lovely, long finish.","brand":"Poot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775820861519,"sku":"12473","price":38.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/pira-barolo-serralunga_12473.webp?v=1770370423"},{"product_id":"pira-barolo-vignarionda","title":"Pira Barolo Vignarionda","description":"\u003cp\u003eA wine that will only improve with age. This Barolo from Pira comes from the world-famous Vignarionda vineyard in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/perfectewijn.nl\/collections\/appellatie-serralunga-d-alba\" title=\"Serralunga\"\u003eSerralunga\u003c\/a\u003e . It's the finest cru in the Barolo appellation, and you can taste it immediately. A full-bodied wine rich in warm aromas and flavors. It has an endless finish. A wine with great aging potential, but be sure to let it age well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Every glass of Pira is a journey of discovery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e From the Pira winery, you have a magnificent view of the historic crus of Serralunga. A little further on lies the gentle slope of the legendary cru Vignarionda, the vineyard from which Pira produces this Barolo. Founder and father of the current owner, Luigi Pira, has been growing grapes in and around this historic location for decades. Initially, they sold to large wineries, but since the 1990s, they have been producing wines under their own label. This has become a classic and high-quality Piedmontese line of red wines. The Barolos from this winery guarantee quality and character. Pira employs modern winemaking techniques and uses both large and small oak barrels to age the wines. Each glass is a journey of discovery full of character and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Long-term wood aging for Pira Barolo Vignarionda\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Vignarionda vineyard was planted in 1994 and is located at an altitude of 330 meters above sea level. The subsoil consists of limestone and clay, which gives the wine that extra touch of character. The vineyard faces southwest, which is favorable for aging. Barolo Vignarionda is vinified in horizontal, temperature-controlled fermentation tanks for 12 to 15 days. The wine is aged for over 24 months, partly in small wooden barrels and partly in large wooden barrels. The Barolo Vignarionda from Pira radiates an intense garnet color in the glass. Immediately appealing with a complex and elegant nose. Aromas of wild berries, roses, tobacco, and balsamic vinegar. The palate is rich and powerful with notes of tar, roses, herbs, and straw. This continues into a long finish. Delicious with meat dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e 2019 is probably one of the best recent vintages.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42775824760911,"sku":"MG024\/19","price":92.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/pira-barolo-vignarionda_7513883017295.webp?v=1772530957"},{"product_id":"luigi-pira-dolcetto-dalba-2024","title":"Luigi Pira Dolcetto d'Alba 2024","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"33\"\u003e Luigi Pira Dolcetto d'Alba DOC\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"35\" data-end=\"373\"\u003e Luigi Pira's Dolcetto d'Alba is the kind of wine you can serve without hesitation, pure Piedmontese tradition in a glass that sparkles with juicy red fruit and honest charm. This cuvée comes from Serralunga d'Alba and demonstrates how Dolcetto combines excitement, freshness, and drinking pleasure when provenance and cellar work are precisely balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"398\"\u003e Vineyards and region\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"400\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eThe grapes come from north-facing plots at an altitude of around 330 meters in Serralunga d'Alba. The calcareous clay soils yield aromatic purity, fine tannins, and a cool, crisp fruit expression. Plantings ran from 1980 to 2010 and cover approximately 2 hectares, entirely owned by the Pira family. This is Dolcetto from Barolo land, but with an emphasis on immediate enjoyment at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"833\"\u003e Vinification and maturation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003e Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel for approximately 8 to 10 days to preserve the cherry, berry, and floral notes. The wine is then aged for approximately 8 months in stainless steel, deliberately without oak to preserve the fruit-driven style and thirst-quenching character. Temperature-controlled fermentation ensures cool, consistent fermentation, preserving aromas and finer tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e Grape composition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eComposition: 100 percent Dolcetto from Serralunga d'Alba. Dolcetto is a historic Piedmontese grape that has been enjoyed locally for generations for its juicy red fruit, mild tannins, subtle almond notes, and dry, clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1603\"\u003e Tasting notes and serving suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003e Ruby red with purple hues. The nose reveals cherry, red forest fruit, and violets with a hint of white pepper and almond. The palate is smooth and vibrant with ripe cherry, cranberry, and delicate herbs, supported by fresh acidity and soft tannins. Is this the ideal wine to pair with pizza, and why is that so effective? Its juicy fruit, mild structure, and dry finish make it a perfect match for tomatoes, mozzarella, and savory toppings. Serve at 14 to 16 degrees Celsius with pizza Margherita, mushrooms, or salami, with pasta and ragù, or with antipasti featuring mushrooms and semi-hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43534011859023,"sku":"MG026\/24","price":15.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0594\/9358\/0879\/files\/luigi-pira-dolcetto-dalba-2024_MG026-24.webp?v=1771590741"}],"url":"https:\/\/perfectewijn.be\/en\/collections\/wijnhuis-luigi-pira.oembed","provider":"Perfecte Wijn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}