This wine possesses lots of glycerin, low acidity, and a forward, unreal, atypical lushness and opulence. The exotic 1997 Barbaresco Faset offers an explosive nose of red and black fruits, dried herbs, roasted nuts, and toasty oak. Already delicious and impossible to resist, this voluptuously-textured, dense, layered, fruit-driven offering is an undeniably compelling Barbaresco to enjoy during its first 10-15 years of life. Importer: Veuve Clicquot, New York, NY; tel. (212) 888-7575

Intensely deep aromas of berry, tobacco, plum and meat. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long earthy, berry aftertaste. Gorgeous. Best from 2001 through 2008. 926 cases made.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbaresco Select to Add