Sottimano Barbaresco Pajorè 2016

Pajorè has always leaned toward power, yet the 2016 carries its weight with surprising grace. Blood orange, dried lavender, mint and dark berry fruit announce themselves with real authority — haunting and precise at once. A thread of menthol and licorice runs through the mid-palate, where the texture broadens without losing its composure. Tannins are present but well-integrated, and the acidity keeps everything energized through a long, fragrant close. What's striking is how easy it is to drink now while clearly having years of development ahead — a sign of genuine quality. Don't miss it.