What stands out from the moment you pour the 1990 is the freshness. Look for aromas and flavors of macerated cherry skin, cranberry, balsamic, black truffle, wild mushroom, fennel, anise, clove, nutmeg and cured meat. It made us want to grab a big bowl of pasta Bolognese - a pairing that would be off the charts amazing! As with the 1989, the wine is elegant and balanced while maintaining incredible energy. While we imagine the 1990 has another decade or two of life in it if stored properly, there is no reason to deny yourself the pleasure now.

(9/2020) Structured, pure and clean, it is nearly impossible to believe this is from the 1989 vintage. There is an elegance, balance and freshness here that one just does not expect from a 31-year-old wine. The wine pours a deep garnet color with typical Nebbiolo orange tones. After a bit of air - either a whole lot of swirling or an hour in the decanter - this classic Barbaresco begins to sing with notes of dried rose petals, white truffle, exotic tea leaf, a touch of tar, and reserved red fruits. The star here is the white truffle. It is almost like you have a truffle in the glass, intermingling with the harmonious supporting flavors. Elegant, balanced and hauntingly beautiful, there is a ton of life left in this aged gem. If you have not yet experienced a properly aged Barbaresco Riserva, you are in for a life-changing experience.

#88 - Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2018!

#48 on Wine Spectator's Top 100 Wines of 2019!