Elio Altare : Barbera d'Alba 2022

A bright, fleshy red, this boasts cherry, plum, earth and toasty oak flavors. Balanced and fresh, with a moderately long finish. Drink now through 2027. 800 cases made, 240 cases imported.

The 2022 Barbera d'Alba is another fine entry-level offering to drink young, while the fruit remains vibrant. Dark cherry, plum, spice and new leather are nicely pushed forward in this mid-weight, slender Barbera.