A super value in Barbera, this dark ruby-colored 1997 exhibits admirable opulence, abundant quantities of sweet, jammy, tomato-tinged, plum, and cherry fruit, a touch of austerity in the finish, but good fat and sweetness in the mid-palate. Drink it over the next 4-5 years. Importer: Empson, USA, Alexandria, VA; tel. (703) 684-0900