Barbera d'Alba

Youthful medium plus, fully concentrated blue black core with a thin violet rim. More blue than the anticipated cherry red. Intense black cherry, tomato leaf, and cassis with a subtle black pepper and chalk. Dry, medium body, high acid, medium, plushy astringency, high abv 13.5% throws very little heat or irritation. The palate shows ripe red cherry, roasted tomato, cassis, basil, bittersweet, and black pepper on the medium finish.

Blackberry and woodsmoke. Juicy and bright.

There's a slight effervescence and bitterness that makes me wonder if there has been some low level fouling

Has a touch of spice to it. Pretty good and I'd have it again.

Not one of my faves but can't explain why.

Woodsy aromas, juicy berries. Solid value.

2013

Very easy drinking.

Nose is woody like cedar and tart like sour cherry or cranberry. Palate is medium bodied, low tannins, peppery, bright and tart. Paired with pizza.

A nice wine to enjoy in the evening or with a meal.