Joel Lara

9.1

I had high expectations for this wine. Had the 2017 San Lorenzo a few months back, and it was at a really good place, so I was thinking this wine would show well too. Unfortunately, the Monvigliero is really disjointed right now. I decanted for three hours, and after the decant it was closed off. After a lot of air in the glass, it did seem to open a bit. The flavor profile reminded me of the San Lorenzo, with nice dark cherry, spice, and balsamic flavors coming through. It had good depth on the palate with a nice, autumn spice finish. But then the tannin monster decided it wanted to ruin the party. After a while the tannins seemed to completely dominate the palate and finish. Perhaps if it was paired with a more robust dish the tannins would soften a bit? I had it with a traditional bolognese, and the tannins were over the top. I saw glimpses of tastiness, so rating this at a 9.1, and I’m thinking the tannins will soften further in a few years. Right now though, it’s just not at a good place. — 6 hours ago

Steven Heydemann

9.2

2016. Delicious. Needs a good decant to shine. — 3 months ago

Thy Guiley

9.0

Drank the 2015 vintage - smooth tannins but still hold on some nice fruity notes — 5 months ago

with Thien and Keelan

Rodney Miller

9.4

Beautiful wine with good fruit and sweet tannins. It’s a baby with a very long life and has improved throughout the night — 15 days ago

Joel Lara

9.4

This is showing beautifully right now, with a beguiling blend of orange peel, cassis, and anise aromas that carry over to the palate, where black cherries, balsamic notes, and a delicate mix of earthy autumnal spices provide a sensuous background. Soft mouthfeel with fine tannins that peek out a bit on the long finish, where the spiced citrus seems to last forever. Paired perfectly with pan-roasted wild mushrooms and dry-aged ribeye. — 2 months ago

Peter Sultan

8.9

Very smooth Barbera w heft. Well made. — 5 months ago

Zita hunt

9.1

Great flavor, aeration shows off spices — a day ago

Cheyenne Jaime

9.2

Great with beef stew. Cuts through fatty foods really well and brings a lovely smoothness out of the wine. On its own, it can lean towards vinegary, but I liked it either way tbh — 2 months ago

Marco Rino

9.1

Tannino totalmente evoluto, molto elegante, non molto lungo — 4 months ago

Chris Buggy

8.9

Pleasure. Light. Clean. Good acidity, medium tannin. Good introduction to northern Italian wines for the uninitiated. — 6 months ago

with Jennifer