2021 Sottimano Fausoni Barbaresco Organic, Piedmont

Aromas of mocha mingle with underbrush, blue flower and exotic brown spice on the intensely fragrant Fausoni from Sottiano. On the palate, firm, fine-grained tannins accompany spiced cranberry, blood orange, licorice and chocolate. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. This will be even better in a few more years once it has fully come together. Drinks 2028–2036.

96 points kerinokeefe.com

 The 2021 Barbaresco Fausoni is a wine for readers who appreciate the more linear, old-school style of Nebbiolo. Chalk, white pepper, mint, tobacco, cedar, blood orange and sweet red cherry fruit all race across the palate. The 2021 won't be ready any time soon, but it is an absolutely stellar wine in the making.

96+ points Antonio Galloni vinous.com

The 2021 Sottiano Barbaresco Fausoni, made from Nebbiolo grapes, hails from the renowned Piedmont region in Italy, specifically the Barbaresco sub-region. This red wine exhibits all the hallmarks of classic Nebbiolo, combining traditional characteristics with a hint of modern flair.