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Giovanni Canonica Barolo 'Paiagallo' DOCG 2019
Vintage Character
Giovanni Canonica Barolo 'Paiagallo' DOCG 2019 comes from one of Barolo’s historic crus, a site just above the village of Barolo where the slope and classic marl-and-clay mix help Nebbiolo deliver both perfume and structure. The 2019 vintage is widely regarded as a strong, classically styled year in Barolo: a long growing season and balanced conditions preserved freshness while allowing full phenolic ripeness, giving wines with precision, depth, and aging potential. In Paiagallo, that translates into a particularly compelling expression of terroir, combining floral lift, savory minerality, and firm tannic architecture.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
The wine opens with aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petal, orange peel, and dried herbs, followed by hints of anise, tea leaf, and tar. On the palate, it is taut and full-bodied, with Nebbiolo’s hallmark high acidity and assertive tannins carrying flavors of cranberry, raspberry, licorice, and earth across a long, resonant finish. The texture is traditional and structured rather than polished, which is part of its appeal for Barolo purists. Pair it with braised veal shank, porcini risotto, or Peking duck.
Winery Background
Giovanni Canonica is a tiny, cult producer whose work has become emblematic of old-school Barolo. Farming is artisanal and low-intervention, with hand-harvesting and a strong commitment to letting each site speak without cosmetic winemaking. In the cellar, Canonica is known for spontaneous fermentations, long macerations, and élevage in large, neutral oak casks rather than small new barriques, preserving transparency and nuance over overt oak signature. That combination of microscopic production, traditional method, and uncompromising personality makes Paiagallo a benchmark for drinkers seeking a more authentic, uncompromised face of Barolo.
Giovanni Canonica Barolo 'Paiagallo' DOCG 2019 comes from one of Barolo’s historic crus, a site just above the village of Barolo where the slope and classic marl-and-clay mix help Nebbiolo deliver both perfume and structure. The 2019 vintage is widely regarded as a strong, classically styled year in Barolo: a long growing season and balanced conditions preserved freshness while allowing full phenolic ripeness, giving wines with precision, depth, and aging potential. In Paiagallo, that translates into a particularly compelling expression of terroir, combining floral lift, savory minerality, and firm tannic architecture.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing
The wine opens with aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry, rose petal, orange peel, and dried herbs, followed by hints of anise, tea leaf, and tar. On the palate, it is taut and full-bodied, with Nebbiolo’s hallmark high acidity and assertive tannins carrying flavors of cranberry, raspberry, licorice, and earth across a long, resonant finish. The texture is traditional and structured rather than polished, which is part of its appeal for Barolo purists. Pair it with braised veal shank, porcini risotto, or Peking duck.
Winery Background
Giovanni Canonica is a tiny, cult producer whose work has become emblematic of old-school Barolo. Farming is artisanal and low-intervention, with hand-harvesting and a strong commitment to letting each site speak without cosmetic winemaking. In the cellar, Canonica is known for spontaneous fermentations, long macerations, and élevage in large, neutral oak casks rather than small new barriques, preserving transparency and nuance over overt oak signature. That combination of microscopic production, traditional method, and uncompromising personality makes Paiagallo a benchmark for drinkers seeking a more authentic, uncompromised face of Barolo.
Product details
Wine TypeRed
WineryGiovanni Canonica
Grape VarietiesNebbiolo
WinemakerGiovanni Canonica
CountryItaly
Expert Rating—
RegionPiedmont
Production VolumeRare (approx. 8,000 bottles)
Sub-regionBarolo
SweetnessDry
Classification (Ranking)DOCG
Alcohol Level14.5
Format750ml
Prices
Terra Cotta Wine
Standard delivery within 3 working days
Vinobuzz Delivery
HK$1,375
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