Giacomo Conterno, Barbera d'Alba Francia other_regions red-dirt Shiraz

red-dirt Shiraz

concentrated on the mid-palate

but that does not necessarily mean that it is the first of the vineyards to be harvested

crushed rock

The fruit remains fabulously rich and vibrant from start to finish

Giacomo Conterno, Barbera d'Alba Francia other_regions red-dirt ShirazUtterly magnificent in the glass, 2013 Barbera dAlba Francia presents a rich, almost demi glace like texture that envelops the palate. Sweet red cherry, pomegranate, hard candy, rose petal and wild flowers all flesh out effortlessly. The 2013 has the energy of a cool, late ripening vintage, but with striking inner sweetness and depth. Elegant, restrained and sophisticated, the 2013 is another real gem from Roberto Conterno. This is just about as