D* Castello di Neive Santo Stefano Barbera d’Alba

NOTE: As part of our Explorer Series some labels may be slightly stained/damaged, but wines are first quality.

Winemaker Notes
Dark ruby red in color with hints of crushed raspberries and violets, undertones of herbs, woodland berries and cacao make this wine truly unforgettable. On the palate, velvety tannins and a medium body make for an elegant, yet structured wine.
Pairs well with medium-aged cheeses, ragu pasta sauces, truffle-infused Piemontese omelets, and roasted lamb shank.

Professional Ratings

Jeb Dunnuck 89 points
Showing more oak spice and a more modern sensibility, the 2021 Barbera D’Alba Santo Stefano is plush with toasted cedar, vanilla, boysenberry compote, and balsamic. It is full-bodied, with notes of black plum preserve, tea leaf, and forest earth, and is fairly long on the palate, with modest acidity and a good finish. For lovers of fruit-forward or New World-styled wines, this would be a great option to enjoy over the next 6-8 years.