The 2022 Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco is the epitome of Classic Nebbiolo, and this marks our first offering of the 2022 vintage, which is exceptional. Made from a blend of over 50 grower-families farming roughly 100+ hectares of prime Barbaresco vineyards, all vinified under one strict cellar roof. 100% Nebbiolo, this sees some declassified fruit from crus and top sites, is fermented in stainless steel with long macerations, then aged in large traditional botti to preserve purity, tannin detail, and site transparency rather than oak imprint. The warm, dry 2022 season demanded discipline, and Produttori’s historic track record since 1958 of declassifying aggressively and prioritizing balance is evident in a wine with ripe red fruit, floral lift, and clean structure, rather than overripe heaviness. This is serious, authentic Barbaresco that delivers proper grip, real aging potential, and benchmark typicity in a vintage where not everyone got it right. We have excellent pricing here today, and it's hands down the best buy for Barbaresco this vintage!

Antonio Galloni 93 points! "The 2022 Barbaresco is a pretty rich, heady wine. Dark cherry/plum fruit, cloves, licorice and mocha build as the 2022 shows off its considerable depth. This is one of the few 2022s that is quite resonant texturally. The aromatics could be more lifted and the tannins could use a bit more polish, but those qualities were next to impossible to come by in 2022. The inclusion of some juice from Riserva lots is a great help. All things considered, this is a stellar showing."