Trotanoy Vintage:1990 Conterno’s Barbera officially carries the

Conterno’s Barbera officially carries the Cascina Francia vineyard designation to differentiate it from a new single-vineyard Barbera from the Cerretta vineyard the estate will release beginning with the 2008 vintage

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all supported by firm and even borderline rustic tannins that contrast considerably with the sleek mid-palate texture

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redcurrant and violet on the nose

Trotanoy Vintage:1990 Conterno’s Barbera officially carries theDark red ruby. Sexy, almost decadent aromas of plum, redcurrant, iron and smoked meat. Then juicy and bright in the mouth; began a bit lean and peppery but put on weight as it opened in the glass, without any loss of energy. Finishes with suave tannins, a note of cedary oak and lovely subtle length. Stephen Tanzer