The 2017 Barbera d'Alba Raimonda is so plump, dark, inky black and densely concentrated that it is almost too much in my opinion. It is packed with black currant, Greek olive and smoked herb. Some 145,000 bottles were made.

This powerful version delivers mouthfilling plum, blackberry, kirsch and earth flavors, backed by dense tannins. Almost chewy despite the bracing acidity, leaving a mouthwatering impression on the long finish. Drink now through 2023. 12,000 cases made, 2,040 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbera d'Alba Select to Add