Barbaresco 2018 Produttori del Barbaresco
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Barbaresco 2018 Produttori del Barbaresco
Famous Barbaresco for Quality and Value!
Quick Taste
- 93 Points
- Always over-delivers
- "a beautifully lean and luminous expression of Nebbiolo"
- "Compact, but bursting with flavor"
About Barbaresco 2018 Produttori del Barbaresco
Perhaps the world's most celebrated wine co-operative the Produttori del Barbaresco, founded in 1956 is today considered one of the most consistent and top quality producers in the region. Now some 56 growers contribute with a very wide array of vineyard holdings. That allows this blend to give full expression to the Nebbiolo grapes grown in this celebrated region. Slow, extended maceration for 24 days followed by two years in traditional large oak casks.
The Wine Advocate scored this 93 points saying "Packaged in its distinctive brown paper label, the Produttori del Barbaresco 2018 Barbaresco is a beautifully lean and luminous expression of Nebbiolo, and that pretty color should remain intact over time. The aromas are bold and ripe with dark and purple fruit, but the bouquet shows interesting twists with earth, truffle, licorice and grilled herb. As the wine opens in the glass, you begin to notice heavier aromas of raisin and dried apricot.It wears a warm-vintage signature for sure, and for that reason, I would suggest a shorter drinking window for the 2018. Best After 2023."
James Suckling scored this 93 points saying "Lovely barbaresco, with all the typical nebbiolo characteristics, such as red berries, mushrooms and dried leaves, as well as hints of bitter orange peel and spice. All this follows through to the medium-to full-bodied palate, where fine, lightly firm tannins add a little grip and additional focus. Compact, but bursting with flavor. Delicious now, but give it a year or two. It will only get better."
Wine Enthusiast Magazine scored this 90 points saying "Violet and red berry aromas mingle with dark spice, leather and camphor. The full-bodied palate offers cherry marinated in spirits, orange rind, black tea and a hint of menthol alongside solid tannins."
The Wine Advocate scored this 93 points saying "Packaged in its distinctive brown paper label, the Produttori del Barbaresco 2018 Barbaresco is a beautifully lean and luminous expression of Nebbiolo, and that pretty color should remain intact over time. The aromas are bold and ripe with dark and purple fruit, but the bouquet shows interesting twists with earth, truffle, licorice and grilled herb. As the wine opens in the glass, you begin to notice heavier aromas of raisin and dried apricot.It wears a warm-vintage signature for sure, and for that reason, I would suggest a shorter drinking window for the 2018. Best After 2023."
James Suckling scored this 93 points saying "Lovely barbaresco, with all the typical nebbiolo characteristics, such as red berries, mushrooms and dried leaves, as well as hints of bitter orange peel and spice. All this follows through to the medium-to full-bodied palate, where fine, lightly firm tannins add a little grip and additional focus. Compact, but bursting with flavor. Delicious now, but give it a year or two. It will only get better."
Wine Enthusiast Magazine scored this 90 points saying "Violet and red berry aromas mingle with dark spice, leather and camphor. The full-bodied palate offers cherry marinated in spirits, orange rind, black tea and a hint of menthol alongside solid tannins."
Wine Details
- Alcohol % 13.5%
- Bottle Size 750 ml
- Wine Type Red
- Country Italy
- Region Piemonte
- Appellation Barbaresco
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