2022 | Francisco Barona | Ribera del Duero Guy Larmandier give life to Montepulciano d'Abruzzo

give life to Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Cerasuolo doc Dama

mounting tannins will need several years of bottle aging

but there’s balance and finesse to the whole thing

The intensity and purity of flavors is heightened by candied lemon sharpness

Very expressive nose

2022 | Francisco Barona | Ribera del Duero Guy Larmandier give life to Montepulciano d'AbruzzoThe 2022 Francisco Barona comes from the Ribera Del Duero and is 95% old massal selections of Tinto Fino (Tempranillo) and 5% field blended varieties. Its deep purple hue is followed by a rocking bouquet of pure cassis like fruit intermixed with graphite, classy oak, lead pencil, and subtle floral nuances. It's rich, full bodied, has a deep, layered mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It reminds me of a great Bordeaux. 95 Pts Jeb Dunnuck