This has been one of my favorite Barberas over the past few years, but was my first taste of the 2005 vintage. '05 is supposed to be another very good vintage in Piemonte, and this wine did not disappoint. Plenty of elegant fruit, and not too much tannin. Even so, it held up when finished two nights after opening. On the last night, a nose of butterscotch also appeared that was not present before.
I drank this on the first night with greek-style meatballs (Keftedes) in red sauce over pasta, then on its own (post-dinner).
Overall, this was a very enjoyable wine and one I definitely recommend. I believe it was around $18, and well worth it.
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