Barbaresco Fontanabianca 2022 (750ML)

94 Points, Kerin O'Keefe, KerinOKeefe.com: "Charcuterie, grilled herb, wild berry and forest floor aromas come to the forefront on the Fontanabianca 2022 Barbaresco along with whiffs of dark spice. Boasting restraint and elegance, the palate delivers ripe wild strawberry, mature red cherry, star anise and thyme alongside taut fine-grained tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. Drink 2029–2034. Abv: 14% Kerin O’Keefe April 2025" 04/25

91 Points, Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The Fontanabianca 2022 Barbaresco feels a little faded by the summer heat and drought. The fruit is not entirely primary, as it has already evolved, showing hints of tobacco leaf and tea. I also get earthy tones and a hint of iris root. I would recommend a short-term drinking window for this wine so you can enjoy the primary fruit while it lasts. Fruit comes from the Starderi MGA and other sites. Production is 34,000 bottles." 06/25

91 Points, Audrey Frick, JebDunnuck.com: "The 2022 Barbaresco is a medium red color and offers ripe but somewhat reserved aromatics of raspberries, sweet herbs, tarry earth, and crushed flowers. It is medium-bodied with a good deal of compact ripeness, although it’s well-balanced and pure, with fine tannins that build a bit through the finish, and it closes with a lightly drying sensation. It's likely not going to be the longest ager, but it has a lot to offer over the next several years. Drink 2025-2035. (Drink between 2025-2035)" 05/25