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Date Printed: 5/23/2013
Fontanafredda Briccotondo Barbera 2010
Fontanafredda Briccotondo Barbera 2010
(search item no. 113205)
The Wine Advocate rating: 87 points
PRICE ON 5/23/2013: $15.99

ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2009 Wine Spectator rating: 88 points
2008 Wine Spectator rating: 88 points
2007 Wine Spectator rating: 90 points
2007 Wine & Spirits rating: 90 points
2006 Wine Spectator rating: 90 points
2005 The Wine News rating: 90 points

Winemaker's Notes:

This is a ruby-red wine with purple highlights. The nose is packed with black fruit, especially blackberries and plumps, with slight spicy overstones 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.

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