The 2006 Barbaresco Classico is a pretty, mid-weight wine with a floral bouquet and attractive dark red fruit. The Barbaresco is a little lean today but should fill out nicely with bottle age, as the balance is outstanding. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2021. I was very impressed with the wines I tasted from Prunotto this year. The Barolos and Barbarescos in particular are wonderful. A Leonardo Lo Cascio Selection, Winebow, Montvale, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620

Aromas of plum and dried mushroom are allied to a full body, with soft, round tannins and a medium finish. One for early drinking. Best after 2010. 5,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbaresco Select to Add