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“Bric dei Banditi” Barbera d’Asti

Varietals: Barbera . The wine is bright ruby red with garnet shimmers, its nose is vinous and delicate at the same time, subtly reminiscent of alcohol-preserved cherries. It is smooth, youthful and powerful in body, and lends itself to accompanying a whole meal sumptuously. (Ratings : Gambero Rosso 2012 pg.162 : vin.’10 1 Glass Black) 

“Montruc” Barbera d’Asti

Varietals: Barbera . The wines i san intense garnet color with violet hues: the wise refinement in barriques amplifies and harmonizes the primary  aromas. The bouquet – as ample as an adage for organ – fans out convincingly. The palate confirms the intense perceptions of the eye and the nose and tells us that this wine is the ideal match for roasted red meats, feather game and mature cheeses. Montruc ranks among the very best Barbera wines, as evidenced by the numerous awards received. (Ratings : Gambero Rosso 2012 pg. 162 : vin.’09 2 Glasses Red)

“Sul Bric” Barbera and Cabernet Sauvignon

Varietals: Barbera and Cabernet Sauvignon . The colour is a purple red with violet hints, the nose is rich, intense and spicy, showing how beautifully the deft use of oak has favoured the cohesion between the aromas of Cabernet and Barbera. On the palate is full, round and savoury. The finish and the aftertaste are as long as they are pleasant. It is a wine of supreme elegance that demands red meats and game. (Ratings : Gambero Rosso 2012 pg. 162 : vin.’09 3 Glasses Red)

“Georgette” Croatina

Varietals: Croatina . The colour is dark ruby, almost impenetrable, the nose presents us with the fragrance of bilberry, plums and oriental spices. The careful aging in barrels provides a full-bodied wine, powerful but still elegant. Its tannic sensation is clear and neat, and fills your mouth with almost unending taste. Perfect with game and well-aged cheeses. (Ratings : Gambero Rosso 2012 pg. 162 : vin.’09 2 Glasses Black) 

“Lauren” Freisa

Varietals: Freisa . The wine recalls flavours of wild strawberries, blackcurrant and mint, in the mounth it presents the tannic texture typical of Freisa: the tannin is powerful and clear, and rolls up the palate meeting greatly furred game, venison and well aged cheeses. Elegant light ruby colour. (Ratings : Gambero Rosso 2012 pg. 162 : vin.’09 2 Glasses Black) 

“Marasco” Barolo

Varietals: Nebbiolo . Purple colour. In the nose, roses and violets alternate, barely revealing promising fragrances yet to unravel. On the palate, opulent and sensual; morello cherries reveal themselves in the long and bewitching finish. Along its traditional pairing (meat, game …), Marasco is exalted by the company of ripe cheeses – wheter of sheep’s milk or of mixed sheep and goat’s milk … (Ratings : Gambero Rosso 2012 pg. 162 : vin.’07 2 Glasses Black) 

Gavi di Gavi

Varietals: Cortese . Pale straw yellow color calls for immediate tasting, while the nose reminds one of scents of white blossoms, chamomile, ripe peach and citrus fruits. On the palate, it is absolutely persuasive , showing softness and consistence run through by a slight and pleasant art note. It pairs with the best fish dishes or can be served as a refreshing and never cloying “aperitivo”. (Ratings : Gambero Rosso 2012 pg. 162 : vin.’10 2 Glasses Black)