The 2014 vintage is an odd one that performed very badly in much of Italy but that showed interesting results in Barbaresco, thanks to late-ripening fruit that caught the heat wave at the tail end of the growing season. The 2014 Barbaresco is balanced and fine. Perhaps what it lacks is general intensity and fruit buoyancy. The finish is lean and compact. Some 80,000 bottles were made in this vintage.

Intense, aromatic and harmonious, revealing cherry, rose, leather, tobacco and tar flavors, aligned to a firm, refined structure. The finish is ethereal and laced with white pepper details. Best from 2021 through 2033. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 6,600 cases made, 2,000 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbaresco Select to Add