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Fontanafredda Barbera Briccotondo 2008

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BN#270888

Fontanafredda

This is a ruby-red wine with purple highlights. The nose is packed with black fruit, especially blackberries and plums, with slight spicy overtones hinting at black pepper and cinnamon. Sweet, soft tannins come together in a closely-woven texture that merges with the fruit, while a crisp freshness provides a long, tasty finish. A perfect match for starters, cured meats and fresh and medium mature cheeses.

Wine Spectator

Raspberry and blueberry aromas lead to a medium body, with delicious fruit and hints of vanilla and cream. Drink now.

Score: 88. —James Suckling, December 15, 2009.

Wine Advocate

The 2008 Barbera Briccotondo is a big, juicy wine loaded with dark fruit that shows a surprising level of ripeness at this level. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2012.

Score: 87. —Antonio Galloni, August 2009.