The 2022 Barbera d'Alba is a fabulous wine that marries Barbera fruit richness with a Nebbiolo-like sense of structure. Aging is done entirely in cement. Ripe cherry, plum, lavender, rose petal and blood orange are front and center in this juicy, inviting Barbera. $23.00 (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, January 2024)
The 2022 Barbera d'Alba is a fabulous wine that marries Barbera fruit richness with a Nebbiolo-like sense of structure. Aging is done entirely in cement. Ripe cherry, plum, lavender, rose petal and blood orange are front and center in this juicy, inviting Barbera. $23.00 (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, January 2024)
Feb 2nd, 2024The 2021 Barbera d'Alba is an explosion of blue/purplish fruit, lavender, spice and mocha. A healthy dollop of whole clusters (30%) adds an element of savoriness that takes a little getting used to, as it is not often seen in Barbera. Vinification and aging in cement yields a juicy Barbera in which the fruit is front and center. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, December 2022)
The 2021 Barbera d'Alba is an explosion of blue/purplish fruit, lavender, spice and mocha. A healthy dollop of whole clusters (30%) adds an element of savoriness that takes a little getting used to, as it is not often seen in Barbera. Vinification and aging in cement yields a juicy Barbera in which the fruit is front and center. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, December 2022)
Dec 21st, 2022
Reduced, dominated by mercaptans. Tart. Pretty wine underneath.
Reduced, dominated by mercaptans. Tart. Pretty wine underneath.
Nov 22nd, 2021
I am not a barbera girl but I appreciate the freshness with this wine. All I taste are dark cherries just not the right wine for me.
I am not a barbera girl but I appreciate the freshness with this wine. All I taste are dark cherries just not the right wine for me.
Nov 17th, 2019
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Oct 14th, 2019
Dark! Good Barbera acids, dried leaves, black tea, damp soil. From Shawn’s.
Dark! Good Barbera acids, dried leaves, black tea, damp soil. From Shawn’s.
1 person found it helpfulJan 31st, 2019
Gorgeous young Italian!!
Jan 13th, 2017
Excellent work by our friend Nicola, a talented young barolo winegrower
Excellent work by our friend Nicola, a talented young barolo winegrower
Jun 15th, 2014passionate young winemaker, highly recommended
passionate young winemaker, highly recommended
Oct 22nd, 2013
What a perfect epitome of juicy freshness!
Dark, sour cherry galore with a touch of mulberry and a hint of (dried) orange peel. A flowery whiff adds complexity. Much better on day 2 when the bubble gum fruitiness blows away.
On the palate this is light to medium bodied, with a nice (light) tannin structure and juicy acidity. Pure & perfectly balanced.
Not overly complex. Just joyful, bright & juicy.
Perfect with a bowl of pasta or antipasti.
What a perfect epitome of juicy freshness!
Dark, sour cherry galore with a touch of mulberry and a hint of (dried) orange peel. A flowery whiff adds complexity. Much better on day 2 when the bubble gum fruitiness blows away.
On the palate this is light to medium bodied, with a nice (light) tannin structure and juicy acidity. Pure & perfectly balanced.
Not overly complex. Just joyful, bright & juicy.
Perfect with a bowl of pasta or antipasti.
Apr 2nd, 2025
Barolo, Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy
