2008 Pio Cesare Barbaresco

From: Piedmont, Italy Varietal: Nebbiolo Critical Acclaim: “Moderately saturated medium red. Perfumed, high-pitched aromas and flavors of raspberry, redcurrant, rose petal, tobacco, orange peel and exotic spices. Juicy, dense and suave, with a light touch thanks to superb inner-mouth energy. Finishes firmly tannic, long and perfumed, with the structure for a slow evolution in bottle.” –Stephen Tanzer, International Wine Cellar, 90-92 points (November, 2011)“Juicy dark plums, tobacco, spicebox and leather all come together nicely in the 2008 Barbaresco. Proprietor Pio Boffa has crafted a lovely, mid-weight Barbaresco with enough juiciness to drink well for another decade, perhaps beyond.” –Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 91 points (October, 2012)“Shows pure floral, cherry, currant and spice aromas and flavors. A firm edge makes an appearance on the finish, but this remains balanced, with a long finish.” –Wine Spectator, 90 points