The 2007 Barbera d’Alba is a big, chunky red bursting with dark fruit. This generous, affable Barbera is best enjoyed in its vibrant youth. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2011. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including: de Grazia Imports; tel. (417) 732-4200; Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; (516) 677-9300, Estate Wines Ltd., San Rafael CA; (415) 492-9411, Giuliana Imports, Boulder CO; (303) 547-6343, Robert Houde Wines, Bensenville IL; (630) 422-1119

The 2007 Barbera d’Alba is fresh and perfumed, with an attractive, plump expression of fruit. This Barbera typically offers excellent value, as it does again this year. Corino’s 2007 Barbera d’Alba is a great choice at this level. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2011. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including: de Grazia Imports; tel. (417) 732-4200; Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; (516) 677-9300, Estate Wines Ltd., San Rafael CA; (415) 492-9411, Giuliana Imports, Boulder CO; (303) 547-6343, Robert Houde Wines, Bensenville IL; (630) 422-1119