From: Piedmont, Italy

Varietal: Nebbiolo

Critical Acclaim: “Moderately saturated medium red. Perfumed, high-pitched aromas and flavors of raspberry, redcurrant, rose petal, tobacco, orange peel and exotic spices. Juicy, dense and suave, with a light touch thanks to superb inner-mouth energy. Finishes firmly tannic, long and perfumed, with the structure for a slow evolution in bottle.” –Stephen Tanzer, International Wine Cellar, 90-92 points (November, 2011)

“Juicy dark plums, tobacco, spicebox and leather all come together nicely in the 2008 Barbaresco. Proprietor Pio Boffa has crafted a lovely, mid-weight Barbaresco with enough juiciness to drink well for another decade, perhaps beyond.” –Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 91 points (October, 2012)

“Shows pure floral, cherry, currant and spice aromas and flavors. A firm edge makes an appearance on the finish, but this remains balanced, with a long finish.” –Wine Spectator, 90 points