Popped and poured; consumed over a few hours. The 2016 Barbera "Vigna Martina" is deep, dark ruby with an almost impenetrable core. More than ample in the fruit department with all the dark berries. However, it's got enough of the non-fruits: the inorganic earth, purple flowers, some herbs and spices, to leave one in no doubt of its origin. This is certainly one of the more polished versions of Barbera. As for longevity, even at 6 years post vintage, this seemed fairly primary. That being said and based off my experiences with Barbera in this category, I expect the secondary characteristics of leather to begin emerging in the next couple of years. Tasty now and should continue to reward through 2030.
Popped and poured; consumed over a few hours. The 2016 Barbera "Vigna Martina" is deep, dark ruby with an almost impenetrable core. More than ample in the fruit department with all the dark berries. However, it's got enough of the non-fruits: the inorganic earth, purple flowers, some herbs and spices, to leave one in no doubt of its origin. This is certainly one of the more polished versions of Barbera. As for longevity, even at 6 years post vintage, this seemed fairly primary. That being said and based off my experiences with Barbera in this category, I expect the secondary characteristics of leather to begin emerging in the next couple of years. Tasty now and should continue to reward through 2030.
Oct 16th, 2023
Big ripe red cherries, some underripe blackcherry, spicy, tomato leaf, savory notes , great acid..long finish..delicious. Paired with chicken parmigiana... great producer...bought this from the beautiful estate in monforte...
Big ripe red cherries, some underripe blackcherry, spicy, tomato leaf, savory notes , great acid..long finish..delicious. Paired with chicken parmigiana... great producer...bought this from the beautiful estate in monforte...
Apr 10th, 2020
Nearly perfect barbers. Red fruit and acid paired perfectly with shrimp in red sauce with feta cheeses. Perfect match. Yummy good length. Expect nothing less from Elio grasso
Nearly perfect barbers. Red fruit and acid paired perfectly with shrimp in red sauce with feta cheeses. Perfect match. Yummy good length. Expect nothing less from Elio grasso
Apr 4th, 2021
Alba, Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy
