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Maestro Collection

2011 Barbaresco Red Blend

The Calini Maestro Collection, a captivating red blend from the renowned Barbaresco region, showcases an alluring and deep red color, characteristic of its age and pedigree. With a full-bodied structure, this wine impresses with its vibrant acidity, elevating the flavor profile and adding a refreshing lift to each sip. The fruit intensity is prominent, presenting delightful layers of dark cherry, plum, and intriguing spice notes that dance gracefully on the palate. The tannins are notable yet refined, providing a firm backbone that suggests excellent aging potential while ensuring a smooth and velvety mouthfeel. This 2011 vintage, crafted with care, is expertly dry, making it incredibly food-friendly and an ideal companion for rich, savory dishes. Each glass invites you to savor the elegance and complexity that Barbaresco wines are celebrated for.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Leather

Leather

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:


Italy
Italy

While France takes the crown for the most famous wines styles and grape varieties, Italy is where wine was first perfected. The ancient Greeks called it Oenotria—"land of the vines"—and the Roman Empire advanced grape growing and winemaking to a level of quality we still enjoy today. But behind Italy's best-known wines, such as Chianti, Barolo and prosecco, there's an almost endless diversity of delights awaiting the intrepid explorer. The key to understanding Italian wine is regionality and (of course) food. From the aromatic and sparkling whites of the north to Sicily's rich and spicy reds, Italy offers wine lovers a lifetime of gastronomic treats.

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