Az. Agr. F.lli Cigliuti Fratelli Cigliuti Barbaresco Vie Erte 2020 750ml

From 24-year-old vines on sandy soils, the bright red 2020 Barbaresco Bricco Di Neive Vie Erte is spicy and open right out of the gate with notes of fresh cherries, cinnamon, incense, and a touch of saddle leather. Offering fantastic energy on the palate, it’s an approachable red with fine, sweet tannins, lovely, fresh acidity, and a great finish. It balances its components out with a lot of ripe purity and finesse. Drink 2024-2036.

A rich style, this red features black cherry, black currant and violet aromas and flavors, shaded by tar, eucalyptus and iron notes. There's a solid structure underneath and this finishes long, with emphasis on the fruit. Best from 2026 through 2042. 400 cases made, 120 cases imported.

Warmed cherries macerate in a slurry of allspice, clove, and dried herbs, while subtle hints of dried earth, black tea, and pressed roses all add to the depth of the nose of this wine. The palate bursts with wild raspberries and red currants, leading to a savory mid-palate that yearns for roasted meats, mushrooms, or game. Elegant and supple tannins provide a plushness that brings a smile. Drink now-2040.