The 2006 Barbera d’Alba Serraboella is a refined, understated wine with pretty layers of perfumed dark fruit and a long, silky finish. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2012.Cigliuti has decided to delay the release of their 2006 Barbarescos in the US for a year, so I was unable to taste them for this article.Importers: Indigenous Selections, Fort Lauderdale FL; tel. (954) 530 4021; David Vincent Selection, Union, NJ; tel. (908) 397- 9117

A sinewy wine that begins with barnyard and blueberries wrapped around a mineral core. The palate is earthy and medium-bodied with diffuse berry and molasses notes that lead to a medium finish with jazzy white pepper spice. A good partner for hangar steak. Drink now.——W.E.(2/1/2010)—— 88