The darkest of the three Barbarescos, the 2003 Barbaresco Rabaja opens with a captivating balsamic nose followed by layers of black fruits, tar, smoke, earthiness, menthol and toasted oak that unfold onto the palate with exceptional concentration, length and balance, closing with a fine, long finish. A big, powerful expression of Barbaresco, it displays plenty of fruit to balance the tannins and is an excellent example of the full-throttle, extreme style of the vintage at its best. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2018. Importer: Blavod Extreme, Franklin, TN; tel. (615) 771-9111

Raspberries and roses on the nose. Refreshing. Full-bodied, very subtle and balanced with beautiful tannins and a refined finish. Very well done for the vintage. Best after 2008. 1,500 cases made, 400 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbaresco Select to Add