2020 Poderi Aldo Conterno Conca Tre Pile Barbera d'Alba, Piedmont

Fine spices to the savory, ethereal berries with red cherries and hints of mushrooms and walnuts. Quite succulent on the palate with fine tannins, a medium body and long, spicy finish.

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Silky, elegant, and earthy. Black cherries and crisp red berries are framed crushed rocks, crushed wild herbs, warm spices, new leather, and touches of game and wildflower petals. Though round and inviting, this rustic wine has a sturdy acidic spine and plenty of chewy tannins; the balance and savory finish are stellar. Drink now or let it age over the medium term.

The “Conca Tre Pile” is a hilly area in Bussia Soprana (Monforte d'Alba) whose main vines are Barbera’s with vineyards having a maximum age of 45 years.