2016 Produttori del Barbaresco "Asili" Barbaresco Riserva

“The Produttori del Barbaresco 2016 Barbaresco Riserva Asili (with 9,029 bottles produced) is distinguished by its elegance and the very smooth and silky delivery of fruit managed here. Seamless transitions are made between wild berry, blue flower, limestone, earth and crushed stone. The wine is expertly stitched together and ever so polished and glossy, just like a ruby gemstone. The Conti, Lembo and Viglino families take credit for supplying the Asili fruit for this blend. (ML)” (06/2021)

“The 2016 Barbaresco Riserva Asili marries power and sensuality the way only Nebbiolo can. Soaring aromatics, beautifully pliant red-toned fruit and tons of pure depth emerge in a stunning Barbaresco that captivates all the senses. Silky, refined and exceptionally beautiful, the 2016 is quite simply one of the most complete Asilis I have tasted from the Produttori. It is an unforgettable wine. (AG)” (10/2020)

“This is pure and intense, exuding rose, cherry, strawberry, currant, mineral and wild juniper flavors, driven by the vibrant structure. The tannins are present yet refined, finishing long and resonant. A contrast of power and finesse. *Collectible* (BS)” (11/2021)

“The Produttori’s 2016 Asili Riserva is a simply stunning young wine. The aromatic constellation is dreamlike in its purity and nascent complexity, wafting from the glass in a mix of red and black cherries, smoked duck, a touch of sweet nutskin, red curry, very complex limestone soil tones, a hint of tariness, orange zest, bonfire and a lovely mix of fresh herbs and spices in the upper register. On the palate the wine is pure, full-bodied, focused and complex, with a lovely core of ripe fruit, great soil signature and grip, firm, chewy and buried tannins, tangy acids and great balance on the long, detailed and energetic finish. This is a very young wine as well, but it is so impeccably balanced that some might be tempted to open it around age ten or so. Try not to do so, as there is so much here to unfold with full bottle age that opening this wine too early will be sheer folly!” (03/2021)