{"title":"BLATANTLY BETTER BARBERA","description":"\u003cp\u003eSavor Our Handpicked selections from Piemonte’s Top Regions for Barbera\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"copy-of-viberti-giovanni-barbera-dalba-la-gemella-2020","title":"Viberti Giovanni Barbera d'Alba la Gemella 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eRose petal, fresh berries and crushed mineral. Plush on the palate with layers of blueberry, licorice, and earth notes are perfectly balanced. A vibrancy of acid, silky tannins, and lengthy finish contribute to the outstanding quality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RNDC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45062226510109,"sku":"","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1528\/1349\/files\/pgwtx7lhxdmk0Viberti_wwsi7zw_7d7237a4-fb1c-4a78-9a7d-8e782c21a5d2.jpg?v=1746743180"},{"product_id":"scromaglio-barbera-dasti-2021","title":"Scrimaglio Barbera d'Asti Superiore DOCG 2021","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"684\"\u003eThis is a solid example of the quality you can find in \u003cstrong data-start=\"240\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eBarbera d’Asti Superiore DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e. As I mentioned above, I’m super picky when it comes to Barbera — and I knew this one was a keeper from the very first sip. The Scrimaglio family has occupied this territory since the 17th century and played a key role in revitalizing the Barbera d’Asti region, as well as in the elevation of the Nizza subregion to DOCG status. I learned all of this \u003cem data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"632\"\u003eafter\u003c\/em\u003e tasting the wine — and it all made perfect sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"686\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003eIn the glass, it’s deeply pigmented with an oxblood core and a purple-tinged rim. Aromas of ripe dark fruits, black plum, and underbrush fill the glass. This is a wine that deserves a glass designed for a full-bodied red. The palate is generous and smooth as silk, gliding across the mid-palate with a crunchy freshness that belies the ripeness of the fruit. It expands softly, coating the palate completely, and finishes long and clean with just a touch of vanilla on the exhale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Beviamo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48641042645277,"sku":"","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1528\/1349\/files\/Scrimaglio-Barbera.jpg?v=1718145052"},{"product_id":"tre-secoli-barbera-superiore-nizza-docg-2017","title":"Tre Secoli Barbera Superiore Nizza DOCG 2017","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"358\" data-start=\"120\"\u003eNizza was once a sub-region of Barbera d’Asti Superiore. In recognition of its superior, well-exposed hillside sites that consistently produced the ripest, highest-quality fruit in the region, it was elevated to DOCG status in 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"801\" data-start=\"360\"\u003eThis wine shares much in common with the Scrimaglio Barbera d’Asti, offering the classic flavor profile of a more serious Barbera. Dark, ripe fruit is front and center, leaning more toward black plum with hints of sweet underbrush. While the signature crunchy acidity is present, it’s slightly more muted here. The added depth and weight come largely from the additional oak aging required by the \u003cem data-end=\"779\" data-start=\"765\"\u003edisciplinare\u003c\/em\u003e of the appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1035\" data-start=\"803\"\u003eRemarkably, the price is not significantly higher than the Asti from the same producer and is right in line with the other entry-level Barberas in this offer — making it one of the best value upgrades you can find in Piemonte.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Beviamo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48641122795805,"sku":null,"price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1528\/1349\/files\/2_40-Nizza-Docg.jpg?v=1718148370"},{"product_id":"braida-bricco-delluccellone-barbera-dasti-2020","title":"Braida Bricco dell'Uccellone Barbera d'Asti 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_rating\"\u003e95 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_name\" itemprop=\"author\"\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProdProReviews_review\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003eThis historic Barbera opens with blackberry compote, spiced black plums, cedar and sweet spices. The opulent palate shows notes of macerated cherry, anise, clove and cocoa, with polished and elegant tannins. The wine ends with vibrant acidity that keeps this big, bold and beautiful wine fresh with each glass. Drink 2025–2035.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eEditors' Choice\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sr-only\" itemprop=\"reviewRating\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Rating\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_rating\"\u003e93 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_name\" itemprop=\"author\"\u003eWine Spectator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProdProReviews_review\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003eA smooth red, saturated with plum, blueberry, loam and toasty oak flavors. Reveals assertive tannins on the finish, yet this has ample fruit and the lingering finish shows its future potential. Drink now through 2030.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sr-only\" itemprop=\"reviewRating\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Rating\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_rating\"\u003e93 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_name\" itemprop=\"author\"\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProdProReviews_review\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003eOne of the bottles that made the history of Italian wine, the Braida 2020 Barbera d'Asti Bricco dell'Uccellone shows a dark and savory side with ripe cherry, baked plum, spice, tarry smoke and campfire ember. With time, those aromas soften and reorganize to resemble espresso bean or baking chocolate. There is a lot of concentration and fruit weight here, and you need that texture to offset the very high 16.5% alcohol content.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"sr-only\" itemprop=\"reviewRating\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Rating\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_rating\"\u003e93 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_name\" itemprop=\"author\"\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProdProReviews_review\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003eNotes of crushed dark berries, chocolate, cured meat and dark earth. Medium- to full-bodied, juicy and fresh with tension and energy to the dark fruit. Vivid acidity. Chalky and intense finish. Very attractive. Drink or hold.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Rootstock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49074104729885,"sku":"","price":77.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1528\/1349\/files\/Bricco_dell_Uccellone_Barbera_d_Asti_Killer_Vino_Brix_and_Mortar_killervino.com_is_a_Houston_Texas_local_boutique_wine_shop_with_an_amazing_curated_selection_of_wines_unique_wine_gifts_italesse_stemware_wine_glasses_and_is_a_showroom_for.jpg?v=1724722247"},{"product_id":"lodali-barbera-dalba-2020","title":"Lodali Barbera d'Alba Giacone Lorens 2020","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"each-dato-vino\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"each-dato-vino__etichetta\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"each-dato-vino__descrizione\"\u003eAs with each of the top varietal offerings from Lodali, this Barbera d'Alba carries the name of the patriarch Giacome Lorens.  Made from 100% Barbera sourced exclusively from vineyards located in the towns of Treiso and Roddi\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"each-dato-vino\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"each-dato-vino\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"each-dato-vino__descrizione\"\u003eAfter hand harvest, the grapes undergo soft-pressing and a long maceration at controlled temperature for about 18 days.  After alchoholic fermentation the wine is mature for 6 months in French barriques and tonneaux and an addition 6 months in bottle before release.  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"each-dato-vino\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"each-dato-vino__etichetta\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"each-dato-vino__descrizione\"\u003eIn the glass this wine is deeply colored, bursting with aromas of dark fruits and smoky spice.  Rich and full on the palate this wine is as smooth as silk with a pop of acidity that maitains the wine's focus that leads to a spicy finish with a hint of smoke. Big and bold, this wine is a brighter version of a Clio, that might peel you away from your loyalty to that Spanish gem.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Vinello","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49154727411997,"sku":"","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1528\/1349\/files\/lodali.jpg?v=1726251723"},{"product_id":"la-ginestre-barbera-dalba-2021","title":"La Ginestre Barbera d'Alba 2021","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"331\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"294\" data-end=\"329\"\u003eLe Ginestre Barbera d’Alba 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"332\" data-end=\"711\"\u003eFrom 40-year-old Barbera vines rooted in calcareous clay soils at 300 m in Monforte d’Alba, this wine reflects a warm, ripe vintage that brought full phenolic maturity and slightly elevated alcohol. Hand-harvested in early October, the grapes underwent a 12–14 day maceration and fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel before nearly a year’s rest in French oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"1143\"\u003eNow with 5 years of bottle age, the 2018 has evolved into a polished, expressive Barbera. The garnet color shows softening edges, while the nose layers dark cherry, cocoa, dried rose, and sweet tobacco with a hint of baking spice. The palate is broad and velvety, with ripe red and black fruit, supple tannins, and a lingering, savory-spiced finish. A generous, well-developed expression of Barbera d’Alba, drinking at its peak.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Selected Wines of Texas","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50255690662173,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1528\/1349\/files\/GINESTREBARBERA.jpg?v=1755059437"},{"product_id":"viberti-giovanni-barbera-dalba-la-gemella-2022-copy","title":"Viberti Giovanni Barbera d'Alba Superiore Bricco Airoli 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e100% Barbera\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \"bricco\" is considered a prime vineyard site.  Located in the part of a hillside that receives the maximum sun exposure, grape from a bricco will achieve maximum ripeness, and thus, give rise to the richest expression of the varietal that is grown there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 Viberti Barbera d'Alba Superiore \"Bricco Airoli\" is a deeply-pigmented, full-bodied wine produced from 40–55-year-old vines\u003cspan\u003e. 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