Giribaldi Rie Barbera d'Alba 2015

This beautifully developed, single-vineyard Barbera d'Alba opens with an intense and deeply expressive bouquet of baked dark cherries, blackberry compote, and stewed black plums, layered with sophisticated tertiary notes of dark chocolate, leather, warm baking spices, and a touch of sweet tobacco. On the medium-to-full-bodied palate, it showcases a velvety, mouth-filling texture, driving a rich core of concentrated dark fruits balanced perfectly by Barbera's signature vibrant regional acidity and wrapped in smooth, fully integrated tannins that lead into a long, savory finish.

Food Pairing: A sensational partner for rich gastronomy; pairs magnificently with slow-braised beef short ribs, roasted duck breast with a cherry reduction, wild mushroom ragù, or aged cheeses like Toma Piemontese.

 

88 Points - Wine Enthusiast 

Aromas of tilled soil, underbrush and dark berry lead the nose. On the savory easygoing palate, fresh acidity and pliant tannins frame black cherry, clove and a hint of licorice.