Per Kamperin

 ”Protected from cold, eastern winds by the high ridge of Serralunga, Vigna Rionda gets full southern exposure. This combination allows grapes to reach ideal ripening before harvest almost every year. High vineyard altitudes of 985 feet provide marked day-night temperature changes that prolong the growing season and create complex aromas in the finished wines.”   Vigna Rionda - Vintage 2004

2005 Luigi Pira Barolo Vigna Rionda. Still rather dark colour, but with a slight orange/ brick edge. Truffles, roses, black fruit and tar with a hint of minerals. Oak a bit to prominent, but nice! Per Kamperin