Barbera Wine

Vinous, 94 points: A huge, thrilling wine, the 2011 Barbera del Monferrato Superiore Bricco Battista is endowed with magnificent depth and tons of personality. Layers of intense Barbera fruit burst from the glass in a racy, opulent wine...

jamessuckling.com, 92 points: A fruity and clean red with plenty of orange peel and chocolate undertones. Full body, dusty texture and a flavorful finish. Drink now.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 94 points: 94+ Barbera enthusiasts should drop whatever they are doing and actively seek this wine. The 2014 Barbera d'Asti Superiore Bionzo is a creation of inspiration and beauty—and not just because it defies logic that such a...

Decanter, 92 points: Sweet, ripe, dashing nose of red fruits and discreet oak. Rich but lively, its ripeness is cut by the fine acidity that also gives persistence. The oak is scarcely detectable; the finish vibrant and long.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 92 points: Since the 2014 vintage, this wine is no longer labeled as Superiore. The 2015 Barbera d'Alba Scudetto had just been bottled when I tasted my sample, but the sheer richness and exuberance of the fruit was nevertheless on...

jebdunnuck.com, 93 points: I loved the 2015 Barbera Jack's Vineyard, a great expression of the variety offering sweet dark fruits, flowers, toasted spice, and hints of peanut sauce. Medium to full-bodied, it’s silky and elegant, and just a joy to...

jamessuckling.com, 92 points: Lots of lively fruit such as blueberries and pomegranate. Medium to full body, lovely fruit and a clean finish. Drink now.

Vinous, 92 points: The 2013 Barbera Fox Hill Vineyard is another terrific wine, with a little more opulence and obvious ripeness than the other wines in the range. The inclusion of 100% whole clusters, unusual with Barbera, adds...

jamessuckling.com, 92 points: A Barbera with blueberry and raspberry character, as well as lemon undertones. Medium body. Vivid and tangy. Fresh and satisfying. Drink now.

Vinous, 92 points: The 2016 Barbera d'Alba is all class. Sumptuous and beautifully layered, the 2016 is a real joy to taste, even at this early stage. Super-ripe dark cherry, plum, licorice, tobacco and sweet spice infuse a sumptuous, lush...