The dark ruby-colored 2000 Barbera d'Alba exhibits smoky, sweet cherry and berry characteristics with a hint of dried herbs in the background. Nicely textured, rich, and fleshy, it is best consumed over the next 3-4 years.A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411