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Tajarin & Barbera: A Piedmont Masterclass with Chef Diego giardino
Learn the traditional tajarin al ragù alla piemontese—from silky egg-yolk pasta to a slow, fragrant meat sauce—and discover why it sings with Barbera d’Asti Superiore “La Luna e i Falò.”
Meet the Chef — and his Tajarin
Meet the Chef — and his Tajarin
Diego Giardino, chef at the Vite Colte winery’s restaurant, specializes in traditional Piedmontese cuisine.
Today, he will share his recipe for tajarin with Piedmontese ragù — a personal creation that he usually pairs with Vite Colte’s Barbera D.o.c.g. "La Luna e i Falò".
A Quick Interview
A Quick Interview
Q: Chef Diego, what makes tajarin special?
Chef Diego: They’re ultra-fine ribbons of pasta from the Langhe, rich with egg yolks for a golden, silky texture that melts on the tongue.
Q: And the ragù “alla piemontese”?
Chef Diego: Softer than Bolognese—made with beef, pork (sometimes veal), a gentle soffritto, a splash of Barbera, and just enough tomato. Slow-simmered, glossy, and savory-sweet.
Q: Why pair it with Barbera d’Asti Superiore La Luna e i Falò?
Chef Diego: Its bright acidity lifts the richness, while notes of violet, licorice, berries, and coffee mirror the sauce’s depth. A year in barrique adds polish without weight—our house favorite.
About Vite Colte (in 60 seconds)
About Vite Colte (in 60 seconds)
We’re a high-quality Piedmont cooperative rooted in Barolo: 180 winegrowers farming ~300 hectares, united by rigorous parcel selection, low yields and a shared commitment to sustainability (including Equalitas and SQNPI certifications). Expect award-winning quality with real “value-for-money,” across the great DOC/DOCG of Piedmont.
About the Barbera "La Luna e i Falò"
About the Barbera "La Luna e i Falò"
A category icon and widely praised by critics, in several vintages it earned Gambero Rosso’s Tre Bicchieri —Italy’s highest honor.
Barbera d’Asti Superiore “La Luna e i Falò” is our “Super Barbera”: aged 12 months in barriques (25–30% new) and a further 6 months in bottle for a balance of intensity and freshness. Expect aromas of violet, licorice, and vanilla, with notes of wild berries and coffee and a long, satisfying finish.
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