2017 Bricco del Sole Barbera d'Asti

This Barbera from Piedmont's Asti region represents the wine's ability to age gracefully for 10-15 years. The producer makes predominantly Moscato d'Asti with select Barbera, Chardonnay, and Nebbiolo in stainless steel. Piedmont's prestigious Barbera sources, Asti and Alba, command the most praise in international markets. The wine exhibits concentrated fruit with complex character and excellent cellaring potential. It's the serious expression of Barbera's elegance.

Nose: The nose opens with ripe red fruit and subtle oak aromas that create an inviting, classic bouquet. Plum and cherry notes emerge, adding depth and complexity. The bouquet remains balanced and elegant throughout.

Palate: The palate delivers concentrated red fruit flavors with balanced tannins that feel structured and refined. Oak aging contributes subtle vanilla and spice notes that integrate beautifully. The wine maintains freshness despite its concentration.

Finish: The finish remains persistent with lingering red fruit and subtle oak that fade gracefully. The overall experience showcases Barbera's elegance and aging potential beautifully. It's designed for careful cellaring and food pairing.

Serve this elegant Barbera with braised short ribs and red wine reduction to highlight the wine's concentrated red fruit. Roasted game birds with mushroom sauce complement the wine's subtle oak and complex character beautifully. Aged hard cheese like Parmigiano-Reggiano brings out the wine's structured tannins and subtle spice.