The 2001 Barbera d’Alba Ciabot du Re is a winner. Blackish and impenetrable with a roasted, tarry, chocolaty nose, its lovely, ripe black fruit flavors, ample and supple texture, and fresh and vigorous continuity boast an impeccable fusion of fruit and oak. Anticipated maturity: 2004-2009.
A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411