Vietti - Barbera d'Alba Scarrone Vigna Vecchia 2012 (1.5L)
Vinous Media: 94 Points
Vietti's 2012 Barbera d'Alba Scarrone Vigna Vecchia is all about texture. Layers of dark red cherry, plum, smoke, licorice and menthol all open up in the glass. The Vigna Vecchia is richer, deeper and more explosive than the Scarrone, but as has been the case now for some time, the differences between the two Scarrone Barberas aren't as marked as they once were. This is a rare Barbera I would be tempted to cellar. Vintages from the 1990s are still gorgeous.
Antonio Galloni
Wine Advocate: 92 Points
Dark and luscious, the 2012 Barbera d'Alba Vigna Vecchia Scarrone is a stunning interpretation of this popular grape. The wine is aged in both barrique and botte grande for up to 18 months. It presents dark fruit layers with added spice, leather, tobacco and Spanish cedar. It bursts open with bold intensity and an enriched style.
