Fontanabianca’s 2007 Barbaresco Bordini Sori’ Burdin, the estate’s flagship, is more vibrant in its color, aromas and flavors than the Serraboella. Ripe dark red fruit, French oak, flowers, licorice and spices all come together beautifully in this sumptuous, full-bodied Barbaresco. A polished, creamy finish rounds things out in style. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2024.
Fontanabianca is one of Piedmont’s under the radar producers. The Barbareschi in particular merit far more attention than they generally receive.
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