2021 Domenico Clerico Barolo Pajana Ginestra

The 2021 Domenico Clerico Barolo “Pajana” Ginestra is a beautifully structured and highly rated Nebbiolo from the prestigious Ginestra cru in Monforte d’Alba, a site known for producing wines of both power and aromatic finesse. Sourced from limestone-rich soils and southeast-facing vineyards, the wine opens with a complex bouquet of plum, dark cherry, orange zest, rose petal, and sweet spice, layered with hints of balsamic, cocoa, and subtle earth. On the palate it is full and enveloping yet precise, with vibrant acidity and firm, gripping tannins that currently show a youthful edge, framing a deep core of dark fruit and mineral tension. The finish is long, structured, and slightly austere at this stage, suggesting excellent aging potential, with the 2021 vintage widely regarded as outstanding for its balance, concentration, and clarity of expression.