2020 Barbaresco Il Bricco
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This wine celebrates its 30th anniversary (1990–2020). With fruit from 40-year-old vines, the Pio Cesare 2020 Barbaresco Il Bricco is a production of 6,930 bottles plus magnums. This vintage reveals elegant aromas and nicely concentrated fruit that is embroidered with spice, dark plum and hints of nutmeg. Fruit from both sides of the Il Bricco vineyard are used. The vineyard tops out at 410 meters above sea level, and this land was purchased in 1972.
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Jeb Dunnuck
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2020 Barbaresco Il Bricco pours a youthful ruby hue and is fragrant with fresh violets, black raspberries, crushed stones, and blood orange. Savory and lightly sanguine, the palate offers medium body, fine tannins, a refreshing lift of acidity, and a snappy, mouthwatering finish. It is ripe and inviting without ever feeling heavy and has a light, earthy finish. Drink 2024-2036.
The 2020 Barbaresco Il Bricco is laced with the essence of crushed red berry fruit, cinnamon, rose petal and mint. A pretty wine, the Il Bricco offers good depth to match its approachable style. Soft, silky tannins wrap it all together nicely. Best of all, the 2020 will drink well right out of the gate.