Cantina Del Pino Ovello Barbaresco 2011 1.5L

“The 2011 Barbaresco Ovello does not disappoint. Vintner Renato Vacca prefers to release his wines later than most and that extra year of bottle aging has been very good to this 2011 expression. The wine has had time to find focus and sharpness despite the warmth of the vintage. Bold fruit flavors of blackberry and cassis are followed by balanced tones of spice and balsam herb. The fruit shows a soft and extra plush quality. Ovello is one of the greatest crus in the Barbaresco township.” - 93 PTS, WINE SPECTATOR

“The 2011 Barbaresco Ovello is flat-out delicious. Here the warmth of the vintage has softened some of the angular contours that are typical of young Barbarescos from Ovello, while maintaining that site's typically high-toned aromatics and red-hued fruit. There is a lot to like here.” - 92-94 PTS, ANTONIO GALLONI, VINOUS MEDIA

“Aromas of mature dark berry, leather, black spice and a whiff of tar come together on this full-bodied red. The juicy, robust palate offers mature black cherry, fleshy raspberry, dark spice and licorice alongside firm, fine-grained tannins. The ripe fruit easily supports the warmth of alcohol that fills in the finish.” - 92 PTS, KERIN O'KEEFE WINE ENTHUSIAST