Deep Ruby with a slightly tawny rim. This would’ve been red fruited with raspberries in its youth but much more savoury at 25 years of age with just a trace of dried raspberry. A slight tarry note on the back palate which is totally balanced and a class act. With more air there were aromatics of a little pipe tobacco, leather and even boot polish Barb thought. Fine yet firm tannins. A privilege to drink this famous wine from a good vintage.
Deep Ruby with a slightly tawny rim. This would’ve been red fruited with raspberries in its youth but much more savoury at 25 years of age with just a trace of dried raspberry. A slight tarry note on the back palate which is totally balanced and a class act. With more air there were aromatics of a little pipe tobacco, leather and even boot polish Barb thought. Fine yet firm tannins. A privilege to drink this famous wine from a good vintage.
Aug 7th, 2026
Done deep tarry fruit. A bit of tobacco. On the palate autumnal flavors.. roses, plum. Good
Done deep tarry fruit. A bit of tobacco. On the palate autumnal flavors.. roses, plum. Good
Nov 20th, 2025
After 5 hours in the decanter this is an exciting vintage to experience. It has classic notes of black mission figs mixed with hints of tobacco and tar. Slight hints of vanilla still lingers. A nearly perfect Nebbiolo in my opinion. It is just awesome what this grape does with age. Slowly developing exactly what I’m looking for. The tannins are still around where it has potential for more time in the cellar. I really loved this wine and it’s now near the top of my Nebbiolo list
After 5 hours in the decanter this is an exciting vintage to experience. It has classic notes of black mission figs mixed with hints of tobacco and tar. Slight hints of vanilla still lingers. A nearly perfect Nebbiolo in my opinion. It is just awesome what this grape does with age. Slowly developing exactly what I’m looking for. The tannins are still around where it has potential for more time in the cellar. I really loved this wine and it’s now near the top of my Nebbiolo list
Jul 26th, 2018
I’m really digging these older barbaresco’s. Tannins have washed away away and you have this beautiful dark fruit, licorice and a touch of floral. Just so smooth and hits every part of the palate. My wife again was outpacing me on this- she’s no dummy!
I’m really digging these older barbaresco’s. Tannins have washed away away and you have this beautiful dark fruit, licorice and a touch of floral. Just so smooth and hits every part of the palate. My wife again was outpacing me on this- she’s no dummy!
Apr 20th, 2018
Langhe, Cuneo, Piedmont, Italy
