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San Giovanni Barbera

2016 Southern Oregon Barbera

The San Giovanni Barbera from Southern Oregon showcases a vibrant red color that entices the eye. This 2016 vintage presents a delightful balance of body, offering a medium richness that pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes. The acidity is bright and refreshing, enhancing the overall experience and providing a mouthwatering quality that invites another sip. With medium tannins, this wine delivers a soft yet structured mouthfeel, making it approachable and enjoyable. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring luscious notes of dark cherry and ripe blackberry that dance on the palate. This wine is dry, allowing the fruit flavors to shine through without overwhelming sweetness, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a well-rounded and engaging wine experience.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Pairs well with:


Pasta with Tomato-Based Sauce, Tomato Tart, Pasta Marinara

Region:


Oregon
Oregon

With its rugged landscape and cool Pacific climate, Oregon is one of the world's great modern Pinot Noir regions. The Willamette Valley produces an impressive array of styles across its six AVAs, from fragrantly fruity to lush and complex. This is thanks to a range of terroirs that are eerily similar to Burgundy's in France (Oregon even lies on the same latitude). In fact, major Burgundy producers have set up in Oregon to make wine, including Domaine Drouhin and Louis Jadot. And it is not just Pinot Noir found in Oregon. Other benchmark grapes include Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Riesling; Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah thrive in the southern AVAs.

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