Ericsson

9.3

Tasted this Barbera Superiore made from three different generations at this small family producer in Castaglione delle Lanze just outside the Barolo DO. Speaking with the current wine maker science and precision regarding harvest, maceration and fermentation time are to blame for the recent elevation in quality. Very good, Decanter just gave it ninety two points. — 3 years ago

Daniel P. Drake

9.1

Last night we opened the 2016 La Spinetta Ca' DiPian Barbera D'Asti. From Castagnole Lanze, Italy.

On the nose there is strawberry, blackberry, raspberry, black cherry, licorice, spice, violets, vanilla and dried leaves.

On the palate I am getting blackberry, black cherry, plum, licorice, some menthol and it has herbaceous notes.

This wine is medium + to full bodied with medium to medium + acidity and medium + fine grippy tannins that leave you with a medium + to long red and black fruit finish. I hope everyone's new year has started off in a positive way. Please as always stay safe and healthy. Nostrovia! 🍷🍷🍷🍷 — 4 years ago