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The spices and toasted tobacco notes really come through on the finish, making this feel much more complex than your typical Barbera. I opened a bottle with pasta last night and it softened beautifully after about 30 minutes in the glass.

This Barbera has a really nice depth—the ripe plum and blackberry notes come through clearly, and that touch of tobacco spice makes it perfect for a chilly evening. I opened a bottle with pasta and it paired beautifully, the richness was just right.

The ripe plum and blackberry flavors are exactly what I look for in a Barbera, and this delivers with a nice complexity. I did find the toasted tobacco note a bit more subtle than I expected, but it still makes for a solid evening wine.