The 2010 Barbaresco Bordini proved delightful and full of surprises. The bouquet is packed tight with menthol tones followed by licorice, cassis, balsam notes and a touch of teriyaki smoke. This is an expressive and communicative wine that presents the Nebbiolo grape in an opulent and full-bodied style. Soft layers of fruit, leather, tar and more dried mint are folded into its fleshy consistency. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2025.
Fontanabianca was born in 1969, when two prominent farmers in Neive, Franco Pola and Ottavio Ferro, joined forces. Their respective sons, Aldo and Bruno, now manage the estate. They own 14 hectares in the Neive township of Barbaresco.
Importer: Tellitalia Imports, Telluride, CO; tel. (970) 728-1303