The nose is all gardenia and pear enveloped by citrus. The crisp palate doesn’t have a great deal of intensity but compensates with very pleasant flavors of pear drop and nettle. Enjoy with fish in a citrus sauce.
— W.E.
(2/1/2010)
There are brambly notes here of forest floor and underbrush backed by enough fresh fruit to keep the wine chewy and fresh in the mouth. You’ll also get notes of wet tobacco and wild mushroom that add complexity.
— M.L.
(9/1/2010)
Here’s a simpatico Barbera from Monferrato with bright berry and cherry notes followed by a slightly thicker, more substantial texture. You’ll get drying tannins and bright acidity that keeps the palate polished and clean.
— M.L.
(9/1/2010)
This is a one-trick pony, but it’s got quite a nice trick. Candied cherry aromas are the opener and follow through on the crisp palate. Little tannin is in evidence on the finish, where cherry flavors are joined by some boysenberry notes. A good choice for pasta in a tomato sauce.
— W.E.
(2/1/2010)
Crisp but smooth, this Piedmont blend shows straightforward blueberry and barnyard notes upfront while the palate offers up some fall leaves and ash flavors before fading to an earthy finish. Drink up.
— W.E.
(2/1/2010)