Carussin, Barbera d’Asti (Piedmont, Italy) 2013

Mar 4, 2015

By Michael Apstein

Carussin’s Barbera labeled Lie Vi shows the importance of old vines.  From a single vineyard whose vines average about 40 years, it delivers more purity, complexity and depth without losing any of the energy of their regular — Asinoi — bottling.  Indeed, it has even more vivacity, which amplifies the finish.  It would perk up a simply roasted chicken without breaking the bank.

Country / Region

Piedmont, Italy

Appellation

Barbera d’Asti

Grape Variety

Color

Red

Vintage

2013

Score

91

Price

US $ 20.00

Producer

Carussin