The 2016 Barbera vigneti “Cerreto” appears a deep garnet color with a translucent core and slightly watery rim; medium viscosity. On the nose, medium intensity and initially gives an overall earthy impression accompanied by dark tart cherry, dark plums, red flowers and freshly laid asphalt. On the palate, the wine is dry with stewed dark cherry fruits and again with all the earth. Medium tannin, medium+ acid. The finish is tart and long. Tonight, this came across rather young. I would hold if I had any in my cellar and try again in 2023. That being said, it paired well with our pasta and sausage tonight!
The 2016 Barbera vigneti “Cerreto” appears a deep garnet color with a translucent core and slightly watery rim; medium viscosity. On the nose, medium intensity and initially gives an overall earthy impression accompanied by dark tart cherry, dark plums, red flowers and freshly laid asphalt. On the palate, the wine is dry with stewed dark cherry fruits and again with all the earth. Medium tannin, medium+ acid. The finish is tart and long. Tonight, this came across rather young. I would hold if I had any in my cellar and try again in 2023. That being said, it paired well with our pasta and sausage tonight!
Nov 9th, 2021
First barbera ever. Sour fruit, low tannin, great choice for food. Makes me want to try more barbera. Not sure its worth the $50+ price tag though. Served with pork belly porchetta and pesto pasta, new year lunch with the girls.
First barbera ever. Sour fruit, low tannin, great choice for food. Makes me want to try more barbera. Not sure its worth the $50+ price tag though. Served with pork belly porchetta and pesto pasta, new year lunch with the girls.
Jan 3rd, 2021
Alba, Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy
