The 2006 Barbera d’Alba Bric Loira is a big, massive wine packed with dark fruit. Although the Bric Loira’s concentration is formidable, there isn’t as much elegance or varietal character as I had hoped. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2012. Cascina Chicco is based in Roero but has vineyard holdings throughout Piedmont.Importer: Vinifera Imports, Ronkonkoma, NY; tel. (631) 467-5907

Delivers loads of blackberry, mineral and fresh herb. Full-bodied, with tannins that are both soft and velvety and ripe and subtly textured. Very pretty. Best from 2009 through 2011. 1,600 cases made, 350 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbera d'Alba Select to Add