JKT

8.9

Another straggler that aged better than expected. Medium bodied with red fruity notes still present balanced by earthy acidic palate — 6 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Barba – i Vasari “Old Vines” Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC – 2022
Abruzzo, Italy 🇮🇹

Overview
From one of Abruzzo’s most respected family producers, the Barba i Vasari Old Vines embodies the soulful depth of mature Montepulciano vineyards. Crafted from low-yielding old vines rooted in clay-limestone soils, this DOC wine bridges intensity and elegance, a fine showcase of what Abruzzo can achieve when tradition meets restraint.

Aromas & Flavors
Dark cherries, black plum, and crushed violets lead the way, followed by nuances of black pepper, cocoa, and a touch of sweet tobacco. Hints of dried herbs and vanilla complete the aromatic frame.

Mouthfeel
Medium to full-bodied, silky in texture yet structured with supple tannins. There’s a satisfying balance between ripe dark fruit and savory spice, culminating in a long, refined finish.

Food Pairings
Perfect with lasagna alla bolognese, grilled lamb chops, wild mushroom risotto, or aged pecorino.

Verdict
A beautiful expression of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, intense yet approachable, generous but never overbearing. Old vines deliver concentration and charm in equal measure. Cheers!

Did You Know?
The “i Vasari” vineyards trace their origins to the 1700s and sit near Pescara, between the Adriatic Sea and the Apennines. This position brings cool coastal breezes that preserve acidity even in warmer years.

🍷 Personal Pick Highlight
A deliciously balanced Montepulciano that delivers both depth and drinkability. A genuine Italian gem I’d pour confidently for any gathering of Italian wine lovers. — 9 months ago

Andrey V Tyutin

9.7

What a wine! Semi dried ripe cherries in nose. Balanced and mild tanins. Line, plums, dark cherries and a pinch of sour dark bread on plateau. Palette rich, medium rounded and developed nicely within breathing.

Comparing to vintages 2021 and 2022 much less sweet and fruity. Feels like more matured than it is.

Great itself and paired to smoked meat. — 2 years ago

Matt Hanley

9.2

Great rosé. Salty fruit punch—lots of strawberry. Very nice and easy drinking. Decent sulfur taste present, but still great. Would buy again anytime. — 6 years ago

Nicole Elise Thomas

9.1

Date night — 7 years ago

Aimalohi Gray

9.5

Pleasantly woody, fruity, fresh, light. Delicious — 8 years ago

Chris Sowick

9.0

Nice tannins. — 9 years ago

Rachel Weissman

8.9

Hints of blueberry — 11 years ago

Nils Paulson

Sales Martine's Wines

9.5

Bought at winery, not exported. — 13 years ago

Tree Kilpatrick

8.9

Cool critter label with a peacock. Copper color. Smells a bit honeyed. Flavors are stone fruits. Peach, apricots and yellow/green plums. Fuller than expected. Most balance I’ve gotten from a Pinot Grigio. This is good. Full and fleshy. — 8 months ago

Tegan Marriott

8.9

Tart from the start in this vintage. Acidic backbone, glycerol bush berries, cleanses the palate with each sip. — 10 months ago

Mike Miller

8.9

Easy drinking very approachable. Perfect with casual polenta and roasted eggplant. — 2 years ago

with Anne

Riley Love Naff

9.2

Great drinkable wine — 6 years ago

Lorena Jordao

8.9

Great table wine — 6 years ago

Lyle Yablonsky

8.9

Great value Italian wine. Dry enough but approachable. — 7 years ago

Lynn Kirkland

9.0

Good with pasta for my girls night dinner w baby pumpkin unicorn — 9 years ago

Patrick Brown

9.5

Best Montepulciano! Juicy red fruits and nice acidity. — 9 years ago

Robert Gray

9.0

Robust, smokey, blowing oak, but very drinkable. — 11 years ago

Peter Leone

9.7

Smooth rich red. This is on the 'buy again' list! — 13 years ago

with Ebony

romo

9.1

Called Aglianico. Brambly med+ acid but a bit clumsy. — 8 months ago

joy horn

8.9

La Fiera Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. Not Pinot Grigio. Bought 6/25 at Pine Orchard $7. Light in body, a bit acidic. — 9 months ago

Jody Wycech

9.4

Maybe the most interesting montepulciano that I’ve had. Super complex. Tons of oak but balanced with heavy acidity. Would love to have again. — a year ago

with Ethan, Peter and 1 other

Blair Claussen

9.2

Light drinking — 4 years ago

Ted

9.0

Loved me a nice simple $12 wine. It was decent. Good with pizza. — 4 years ago

Michael

9.0

Black cherry and strawberry — 6 years ago

Emma Regan

9.2

VERY good cheap bottle. Fruity. Good with pizza on a Tuesday. — 7 years ago

Ron Lear

8.9

Soft tannin. Drinks easy — 8 years ago

with Kevin

Kenneth Kramme

9.0

Quite nice; flavour able and smooth. Will buy again. — 10 years ago

Redd Horrocks

8.9

Liked this one a lot — 12 years ago

Ali Fieber

9.8

Moving in drink from Stop and Shop. Really good — 13 years ago