2012 Fattoria dei Barbi Brunello di Montalcino Winery

Another Italian red worth serving: This 2012 Barbera is a rich, bold red. Its nose is floral, but the main body is more complex. Pair this one with beef, wild game, or smoked foods. Actually, this is a fun red for anytime. First taste is ripe plumb. And then other flavors kick-in: black tea, licorice, black berry, and it finished with light tannin. The color has to be a dark Barbera red. Good legs underscore a real cork, in case you want keep some in your wine cellar. Here’s an inexpensive buy for a high rated wine.