Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo, Produttori del Barbaresco 2020

96 points | Kerin O Keefe

94 points | Monica Garner

The Produttori del Barbaresco 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo comes from an area that is further removed from the Tanaro River and has southwestern exposures. It shows a typical profile for Nebbiolo with rich fruit, a velvety mouthfeel and textural volume that is delivered with ample blackberry, blackcurrant and spice. The character of this wine is generous and rich. There is plenty of meat on these bones. Drink 2026-2050.

Produttori del Barbaresco is one of Italy’s most respected wine producers and a name that every wine lover should know. Formed in 1958 by local growers, it unites more than 50 small family vineyards to produce wines that are honest, consistent, and full of character. Each bottle shows why Barbaresco is so highly regarded, with balance, structure, and purity of fruit.