This is a really good country Barbera. Brambly sort of nose, an explosion of Barbera flavors, not a hint of sophistication, which is exactly what it should be. Bright acidity and a lingering, pleasant finish. Quite the buy at $20.
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Drank with a paella cooked on our grill. THis bottle , the second of three purchased from Garagiste, was much better than the first. Popped and poured, and initial nose had some sort of chemically funk that quickly blew off. On the palate, it was a pretty good classic barbara, juicy, acidic and light, showing some sour red fruits. It was a good food wine. Nothing special ( most barberas aren't) but a decent partner for a risotto or paella or pasta dish.
The first bottle was sour and off-putting, I thought my 3 bottle purchase was going to be poured down the drain.
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5/23/2015 - Italiana Likes this wine:
A bit tart, but with enough fruit to counteract. Very good with food.
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8/17/2012 - randyjc wrote: 87 Points
This is a really good country Barbera. Brambly sort of nose, an explosion of Barbera flavors, not a hint of sophistication, which is exactly what it should be. Bright acidity and a lingering, pleasant finish. Quite the buy at $20.
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6/10/2012 - Pdxwinegeek wrote: 87 Points
Drank with a paella cooked on our grill. THis bottle , the second of three purchased from Garagiste, was much better than the first. Popped and poured, and initial nose had some sort of chemically funk that quickly blew off. On the palate, it was a pretty good classic barbara, juicy, acidic and light, showing some sour red fruits. It was a good food wine. Nothing special ( most barberas aren't) but a decent partner for a risotto or paella or pasta dish.
The first bottle was sour and off-putting, I thought my 3 bottle purchase was going to be poured down the drain.
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