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Critic Reviews (3)
David Lawrason
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The nose of this mid-weight barbera is showing an appealing composite of plummy-raspberry fruit, chocolate and...
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Sara d'Amato
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Sweet vanilla, creamy coconut, oaky style of Barbera with plush fruit, medium + body and plenty of appeal here. Big...
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John Szabo, MS
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Ripe and woody, a definite departure from the traditional style. The palate is tart, oak and cherry-flavoured, with...
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Community Reviews (1)
Damian Espinase
A contrary approach to the Pio Cesare mantra of traditional production. The 100% french oaking is very present with 30% “mid toasting” level. The palate still represents Barbera’s varietal high acidity, and is refreshing after the nose of chocolate, vanilla and blackberry. A great wine to try as a gateway from new world regions like Sonoma, but traditionalists beware.
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