Ceretto (Bricco Asili), Barbaresco Bernardot other_regions Note that this well-made effort

Note that this well-made effort is going to require at least a few years of patience first

For such a big wine this is beautifully well-balanced and possesses simply fabulous raw materials

A deft application of wood still allows free reign to the earthy and spicy red berry fruit aromas that complement the rich

A floral nose resplendent with violets

pear and acacia blossom

Ceretto (Bricco Asili), Barbaresco Bernardot other_regions Note that this well-made effortThe 2008 Barbaresco Bernardot emerges from the glass with freshly cut flowers, sweet red berries, spices and licorice. Here, too, the fruit is fairly immediate, and while there is good underlying structure, I dont see the Bernardot as a super long term ager. Floral, spiced notes reappear on the well articulated, nuanced finish. Anticipated maturity, 2013 2023.