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Reserve

2008 Mendocino County Barbera

Trader Joe's Reserve Barbera from the 2008 vintage is a delightful red wine hailing from the esteemed Mendocino County. This wine showcases a medium body that is both engaging and approachable, making it a wonderful companion for a variety of dishes. The acidity is bright and lively, adding a refreshing quality to the palate, while the fruit intensity brings forth prominent notes of dark cherries and blackberries, inviting you to take sip after sip. The tannins are structured yet smooth, providing a nice backbone without overwhelming the experience. Lastly, this Barbera is crafted in a dry style, allowing the vibrant fruit flavors to shine through beautifully, making it an excellent choice for your next gathering or cozy evening at home.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Plum

Plum

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Region:


North Coast
North Coast

The North Coast AVA is a vast "super region" covering three million acres of prime land north of San Francisco. It encompasses the famous wine counties of Napa, Sonoma and Mendocino, as well as Lake, Marin and Solano. While most wines from these counties are made under one of the prestigious regional AVAs, winemakers can also blend grapes from different counties. In this way, they create wines that show off the quality of the entire region and are not limited to specific terroirs. Common varieties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel.

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