The 2006 Barbaresco Vigneto Loreto is the richest and most textured of these three 2006 Barbarescos. Red cherries, plums, spices and new leather are woven together in a harmonious, inviting style. This is a relatively approachable Vigneto Loreto that should drink nicely upon release. 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

An impressive concentration of ripe raspberry on the nose follows through to a full body, with velvety, fruit-coated tannins and a minerally finish. Cool and concentrated. Best after 2011. 300 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbaresco Select to Add