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Not as dense as the 2005

Barolo Tre Tine shows silky but firm tannins and balanced acidity

(from vines planted in 1950)

The firm and muscular yet nicely refined middle weight flavors possess very good concentration before terminating in a firm

Giacomo Conterno, Barbera d'Alba Francia other_regions_australia pencil shavingsUtterly magnificent in the glass, 2013 Barbera dAlba Francia presents a rich, almost demi glace like texture that envelops the palate. Sweet red cherry, pomegranate, hard candy, rose petal and wild flowers all flesh out effortlessly. The 2013 has the energy of a cool, late ripening vintage, but with striking inner sweetness and depth. Elegant, restrained and sophisticated, the 2013 is another real gem from Roberto Conterno. This is just about as