Sandrone Barbera d’Alba 2017 (91 JD)

“Even better, the 2017 Barbera boasts a saturated purple color as well as a ripe, powerful, undeniably sexy bouquet of mulled blueberries, candied violets, orange blossom, and cedary spices. Rich, medium to full-bodied, and opulent on the palate, it still has good overall freshness, ripe yet present tannins, and a great finish. You certainly see the warmer, Mediterranean style of the vintage and this puppy is loaded with character. Drink it any time over the coming 3-5 years.”