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Fresh and aromatic, exhibiting floral, berry, eucalyptus and spice flavors before the tough tannins take over. Powerful and muscular, this closes down on the finish. The most backward of the three Barbaresco crus, and the one that offers the most potential. Best from 2016 through 2028. 1,293 cases made.
—Bruce Sanderson
Dark and chewy, with a green olive note prominent in the mix. Offers intensity and presence, letting the ripe blackberry flavors come through on the long finish. Shiraz and Petite Sirah. Best after 2014. 900 cases made.
—Harvey Steiman
An expression of pure cherry highlights this delicate, silky red. Vibrant and intense, with well-integrated tannins and a lingering finish of sweet fruit, spice and mineral. Best from 2015 through 2024. 125 cases imported.
—Bruce Sanderson
Ripe, focused and complex, with black cherry and dark chocolate aromas and deep, zesty huckleberry, cracked pepper and licorice flavors. Drink now through 2017. 490 cases made.
—Tim Fish
Detailed and fragrant, offering floral, strawberry, cherry, licorice and spice flavors, this is elegant and underlined by a strong mineral streak. Well-proportioned, picking up intensity and complexity on the long, savory finish. Extremely fresh and classy. Best from 2016 through 2035. 1,800 cases made.
—Bruce Sanderson
