The 2006 Barbaresco Vigneto Brich Ronchi is an attractive wine with lovely clarity and precision to its fruit. This is a surprisingly accessible Bric Ronchi perfect for near-term drinking. Even a talented and committed grower like Angelo Rocca couldn't do better in this difficult harvest. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2018. Proprietor Angelo Rocca makes some of the richest Barbarescos in town, but even he couldn't overcome the challenges of the 2006 vintage. His Barbarescos show excellent integrity of fruit and a refined use of oak, even if they don't quite reach the level of his finest wines. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including: de Grazia Imports; tel. (417) 732-4200; Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; (516) 677-9300, Estate Wines Ltd., San Rafael CA; (415) 492-9411, Giuliana Imports, Boulder CO; (303) 547-6343, Robert Houde Wines, Bensenville IL; (630) 422-1119

Aromas of raspberry, flowers and aniseed. Full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a solid core of ripe, elegant fruit. Impressive for its balance and texture. Best after 2011. 2,000 cases made, 800 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbaresco Select to Add