Sobon Estate, Amador County (California) Barbera 2013

Jan 20, 2016

By Rich Cook

Fans of an oak driven, stylized glass of red wine that still has the flavor and acidic punch to stand up to a great meal will love this value priced Barbera.  Oodles of new oak here, but the fruit is more than up to the task of taming it.  Huge cherry and leaf aromas and flavors balance the bold oak spice very nicely, and though the oak is forward in the finish, the fruit doesn’t vanish, instead playing off the spice and keeping you coming back to the glass.  Barbera’s signature acidity is the key, and it will open the door to a fine dining experience when paired with grilled beef or venison.  A Platinum Award winner at the 2016 Winemaker Challenge International Wine Competition.

Country / Region

California

Appellation

Amador County

Grape Variety

Barbera

Color

Red

Vintage

2013

Score

94

Price

US $ 16.00

Producer

Sobon Estate