Barbera is not often used for rose', but maybe it should be. Nowadays, it seems like everyone and their uncle is making a rose'. Few are true standouts. This one is. Often rose' is made from Pinot Noir (typically showing lots of cherry and strawberry character), Grenache (cranberry notes), Merlot (shows watermelon fruit) and Barbera (can show a pomegranate character). This one is a beautiful rose', a bit deeper in color than most, bursting with pomegranate and an underlying spice note. The fruit character is great upfront and it carries through to the finish.  The structure will allow it to drink well on day two after being opened. Drink well chilled as a starter wine, perfect with BBQ chicken, soft cheeses, it's super versatile. Total production: 469 cases. Drink now through 2021. 

Body/weight 3, flavor intensity 4, acidity 3, oak 0, sweetness 0