The 2020 Cordero di Montezemolo Funtanì Barbera d'Alba Superiore is a darkly concentrated red wine, showcasing a rich bouquet and a savory profile with notes of leather and cured tobacco, alongside baked plum and dried blackberry. This Barbera is noted for its ample textural power, derived from 70-year-old vines in La Morra's Annunziata, and reveals increasing complexity and freshness as it opens. The wine offers noticeable notes of blackberry, plum, black cherry, and hints of anise and licorice from French oak barrel aging. It's described as having a rich black cherry, blackberry, cranberry, leather, anise, rose water, and ample barrel influence, balanced by high acidity and a well-integrated tannin structure, suggesting a long life ahead. The 2020 vintage in Barbaresco (a nearby region, offering some context for Alba) was characterized by a dry winter and spring, followed by a sunny and warm summer with intermittent showers, leading to a tranquil growing season despite global events. 🍴 This Barbera d'Alba Superiore pairs exceptionally well with traditional Piedmontese mixed boiled meats or gnocchi with game ragu. It also surprisingly complements homemade Cacio e Pepe. Its savory quality and acidity make it a great match for simple Italian-inspired cooking. 🥂 This wine is a fantastic choice for a sophisticated dinner party or a special occasion where a robust, age-worthy red is desired. Its complexity and ability to evolve in the glass make it an intriguing option for wine enthusiasts looking to explore Piedmontese Barbera. 【Rich, age-worthy Barbera from 70-year-old vines】