Cascina Luisin, Barbaresco Asili Size:12x750ml This much riper and richer

This much riper and richer expression of Giaconda Chardonnay is at the peak of its powers

The 2008 Biserno is the first wine in this vertical (going from youngest to oldest vintage) to show overt signs of its evolution

40% whole bunch with the remainder destemmed

This is woodier than I personally prefer but stylistic quibbles aside

revealing quite a lifted nose of Morello cherries

Cascina Luisin, Barbaresco Asili Size:12x750ml This much riper and richerFloral, strawberry and currant flavors are buoyed by a lively structure in this elegant red. Spice and tar accents add depth. Though the tannins are assertive, this ends with energy and a sense of equilibrium. Best from 2019 through 2033. 450 cases made, 50 cases imported. Published on March 31, 2017