Barbera d'Alba 2001

Matteo Correggia (Italy)

Grapes: Barbera
Red Wine	Score:

This Barbera shows an intense ruby red color and nuances of ruby red, little transparency. The nose denotes clean, intense, pleasing and elegant aromas which start with good hints of violet and black cherry followed by good aromas of blueberry, blackberry, carob, plum, tobacco, licorice and vanilla. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a slightly tannic attack and pleasing crispness, however well balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors, good tannins. The finish is persistent with good flavors of black cherry, plum and blueberry. A well made wine. This Barbera ages for 6-7 months in cask.
Alcohol: 13.5%
Food match: Roasted meat, Stewed meat, Hard cheese
Suggested glass	Suggested serving temperature: 17° C (62° F)
(Bodied or Mature Red Wines)
Issue 16, February 2004