The 2006 Barbera d’Alba reveals a soft-textured expression of dark red fruit in a fresh, accessible style. Molino ages his Barbera for roughly six months in steel. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2010.
Mauro Molino is another of the La Morra growers who produce accessible wines that also happen to be well-priced.
A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411