Round and fruity, offering cherry, black currant, licorice and spice flavors. Though this starts out gently, a rhythm section of dusty tannins maintains focus and drive through the finish. Drink now through 2024. 583 cases made, 108 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbaresco Select to Add

This bright Barbaresco aged in oak and chestnut barrel shows focused aromas of cherry, wild berry and white almond backed by spice and leather. The intensity of the aromas is not huge, but the wine is compact and neatly focused overall. Drink it with pheasant or game hen. ——M.L.(12/1/2010)—— 88