This broad red is marked by ripe cherry and plum flavors while also flexing some serious muscle and structure. Though firm and tightly packed, the beam of fruit remains consistent, emerging intact on the long, earth- and tobacco-tinged finish. Best from 2023 through 2042. 150 cases made, 20 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barbaresco Select to Add

One of the highlights in this range, the 2017 Barbaresco Cottà possesses tremendous depth along with the sheer breadth that is the key signature of this Neive cru. Black cherry, plum, leather, licorice, mint and lavender soar out of the glass, all with the backing of serious tannins that are going to need time to soften. This is impressive stuff.