The Vinum 002 Langhe Rosso, 2010

This wine is a good illustration of what can be accomplished with a blend of 50% Nebbiolo and 50% Barbera. It has the serious qualities of a mature Barolo coupled with the fruity accessibility of Barbera. I like it.

Medium garnet with orange/brown tones. Beautiful Barolo-like smells and flavors. Fresh and dried cherries, rose petals, truffles and earth. Like a Barbera, it is relatively low in tannin but with acidity to carry the fresh fruit. Soft and lovely. Long finish.