Black cherry, blackberry and chocolate flavors fold into the dense tannins of this fluid red. Balanced, with light spice notes lingering. Drink now. 1,250 cases made, 300 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbera d'Alba Select to Add

This red shows density and a lightly grainy texture framing the black cherry and blackberry fruit. Flashes of earth and mineral add depth. Pair with roasted rabbit or pheasant. Drink now through 2023. 1,250 cases made, 300 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbera d'Alba Select to Add

The 2010 Barbera d’Alba is fleshy and beautifully balanced from start to finish. Dark red fruit, flowers and spices are some of the notes that take shape in this seductive Barbera. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2014. It’s hard to go wrong with any of these new releases from Seghesio. The estate’s newest wine, the straight Barolo, has turned out beautifully in 2007. It is one of the under the radar gems of the 2007 vintage, and one of the finest Baroli readers will find in its price range. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including: de Grazia Imports; tel. (417) 732-4200; Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; (516) 677-9300, Robert Houde Wines, Bensenville IL; (630) 422-1119

Seghesio’s 2007 Barbera d’Alba is a pretty, succulent offering that caresses the palate with waves of silky dark red fruit, showing excellent balance and harmony. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2013. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including: de Grazia Imports; tel. (417) 732-4200; Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; (516) 677-9300, Estate Wines Ltd., San Rafael CA; (415) 492-9411, Giuliana Imports, Boulder CO; (303) 547-6343, Robert Houde Wines, Bensenville IL; (630) 422-1119

Seghesio’s 2006 Barbera d’Alba needs some time in the glass for the aromatics to clean up and come into focus. This richly-textured wine is made in the fruit-driven style that is the estate’s calling card. It is a tasty red to enjoy over the next few years. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2010. Seghesio, based in Monforte, makes excellent wines that capture the best of the soft textural elements that are the hallmark of the modern school in Piedmont. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411