Barbaresco Produttori del Barbaresco 2016 (1.5L)

95 points, Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2016 Barbaresco is a tight and beautiful wine that will require more time to unwind and soften. This beautifully balanced vintage is characterized by a tight inner core of fruit that underlines the graceful aging capacity of these wines. The 2016 is shaping up to be one destined for long cellar aging. Now in its youth, the wine offers wild berry, rose and licorice aromas." 06/19 Issue 243

94 Points, Antonio Galloni, VINOUS: "The 2016 Barbaresco is a stunning wine with tremendous richness for this bottling. Ample, deep and powerful, the 2016 exudes pedigree and class from start to finish. I can't remember a straight Barbaresco here with this much fruit density and unctuous richness, and yet there is more than enough tannin and overall structure to give the wine its classically leaning feel. A blast of sweet red cherry fruit, tobacco, menthol licorice and smoke hits the potent finish. What a wine!" 11/19

95 points, Kerin O'Keefe, Wine Enthusiast: [Cellar Selection] "Enticing aromas of violet, woodland berry, loose vineyard soil, wild mint and a hint of spearmint shape the intensely fragrant nose. The tense, young palate is still nervous but already boasts finesse, showing wild raspberry, crunchy red cherry, white pepper and star anise. Firm, refined tannins and racy acidity give it a linear, almost austere elegance, while bright acidity keeps it focused and balanced. Drink 2026-2036." 09/19

94 Points, Michael Garner, Decanter: "While the riserva wines usually occupy centre stage, it is easy to forget just how good this co-op’s generic Barbaresco can be. In great years such as 2016, its shorter spell in oak allows the succulent, violet-infused, black cherry and raspberry fruit to show off its first flush of youthful beauty. A great balance of fine, ripe tannins and fresh, lively acidity makes this a splendid introduction to the wonderful world of Barbaresco." 12/20