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Massimiliano Vivalda 2004 Amistà Barbera (Barbera d'Asti Superiore)
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- $30
This Superiore’s winning card is intensity and you’ll feel it in its aromas of cherry, blackberry and spice as well as in the ripeness of the fruit here. In fact, those mature berry flavors provide a nice contrast to the wine’s bright acidity.
— M.L.
(12/1/2010)
Massimiliano Vivalda 2003 Amistà Barbera (Barbera d'Asti Superiore)
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- $33
A serious contender with sophisticated notes of leather, barnyard and cedar wrapped up in toasty vanilla oak. A hint of char adds an edge to a streamlined palate infused with earth, mushroom and strawberry tones. A slight lack of persistence takes it out of the top flight. Fully mature, drink now.
— W.E.
(2/1/2010)
Massimiliano Vivalda 2004 'l Clumbé Barbera (Barbera d'Asti)
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- $18
Light-bodied and juicy, this is an eminently quaffable Barbera, with loads of bing cherry fruit and a refreshingly fruity but short finish. The open-knit structure makes this easy to partner with flavorful fish. Drink now.
— W.E.
(2/1/2010)
Massimiliano Vivalda 2006 'l Clumbé Barbera (Barbera d'Asti)
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- $18
This lively Barbera d’Asti offers great integrity of fruit with pristine aromas of cherry, blueberry, tart raspberry and a touch of spice. The wine is smooth, crisp and closes with medium persistency.
— M.L.
(12/1/2010)
Massimiliano Vivalda 2008 Wine Philosophy Barbera (Barbera d'Asti)
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- $13
Aged in stainless steel to maintain the integrity of its fresh fruit aromas, this bright wine presents layers of cherry, raspberry, spice cake and cola. It’s a fresh, easy wine that would pair with sausage or pepperoni pizza.
— M.L.
(12/1/2010)
Massimiliano Vivalda 2008 Wine Philosophy Dolcetto (Dolcetto d'Asti)
- $15
With a cheerful label that resembles a newspaper headline, Wine Philosophy is a thin and brambly Dolcetto with aromas of wild flower, forest floor and white cherry. There’s a tiny touch of light effervescence that leaves a spicy prickle on the tongue. Pair this wine with sliced mortadella.
— M.L.
(9/1/2010)
Massimiliano Vivalda 2007 Dolcetto (Dolcetto d'Asti)
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- $15
A modern, fruit-forward version with appealing blackberry and mulberry flavors that turn more sedate on the palate. While short, the finish shows enticing mixed berry fruit. A year in the cellar will soften the slightly drying tannins and integrate the pronounced acidity.
— W.E.
(2/1/2010)
Massimiliano Vivalda NV Nettare Moscato (Moscato d'Asti)
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- $16
Opens nicely, with peach pie and baked pear shot through with notes of Fernet Branca. Turns a bit earthy and slightly frothy in the mouth. The high level of sweetness and moderate acidity make this a good choice for pairing with dessert. Drink now.
— W.E.
(2/1/2010)
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