Barba Montepulciano d'Abruzzo I Vasari Old Vines 2011
- ws91
- we89
$14.99
$13.49
SKU 16022
750ml
ws
91
we
89
Careful selection of the best grapes in the vineyard and collection in boxes. Temperature-controlled fermentation in open French Oak barrels with post-fermentation maceration up to 28-30 days after the beginning of fermentation. Malolactic fermentation and ageing on lees for at least 60 days. Elevation in oak barrels for 16 months.
| Category | Red Wine |
| Varietal | |
| Region | Italy, Abruzzo, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo |
| Brand | Barba |
- ws91
Wine SpectatorElegant and sanguine, this layers supple tannins and accents of graphite and spice with notes of plum sauce, fennel seed, dried blueberry and espresso, followed by a plush finish. Drink now through 2024. 1,000 cases made.
- we89
Wine EnthusiastThis deeply colored wine unfurls with aromas of dark berry, juniper flower and a hint of vanilla. The concentrated palate delivers sour cherry, plum and pipe tobacco alongside firm but fine-grained tannins.
