Reviews & Ratings

2011 Gran Passione Italian (Piedmont) Red "Barbera d'Asti"

Winery: Gran Passione

Vintage: 2011

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Barbera d'Asti"

Wine Category: Italian (Piedmont) Red

Grape blend: 100% Barbera

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Barbera d'Asti

State or country: Italy

Price: $13

Cases produced: 2,000

KWG Score: 89 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: October 18, 2014

Wine Review: This dark ruby colored Barbera opens with a red licorice and black cherry bouquet with a hint of leather. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced and easy to drink. The flavor profile is a tasty black cherry with hints of cedar and minerality. The finish is dry and its mild tannins are well integrated. This wine is not overly complex. That said, is is a tasty quaffer that is very food friendly. I would pair a glass or two with chicken parmigianna. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: Barbera is one of the most representative grape varieties in Piedmont (and third most widely planted red grape in Italy. A round, balanced red, featuring black cherry, raspberry, spice and tobacco notes that offset the firm structure. Subtle oak adds further depth and complexity. A powerful and heady Piedmont Barbera, with good length. The wine will complement typical rich Piemonte cuisine such as stews and pastas in red sauces with meat as well as other richer dishes that will complement the structure of the wine.

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