Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco Asili 2005

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BN#263122

Bruno Giacosa

On the nose, this wonderful Barbaresco offers rich aromas of ripe black cherry, raspberry, cedar, chocolate, truffle, and resin. Big, thick, and ripe, yet elegant and refined, this wine has a juicy acidity that is backed up by several layers of rich fruit. Recommended with roasted or grilled red and white meats, barbecued sausages, game and veal casseroles. Also delicious with medium-aged and sharp cheese.

Wine Advocate

Giacosa’s 2005 Barbaresco Asili is noticeably rounder, sweeter and denser than the Santo Stefano. It shows remarkable balance and harmony in an incredibly pure, graceful style. The tannins are so finessed and elegant it is hard to actually perceive them on the palate. Here too, the wine shows awesome inner balance and poise. Sweet raspberries, flowers, roses and spices are just some of the nuances that emerge from this incredibly delicious, promising Barbaresco. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2025.

Score: 95. —Antonio Galloni, October 2008.

Wine Spectator

This is delicate at first, but then turns to a solid, tannic and structured red, with loads of plum and light toasty oak. It's all on the finish. Give this time to show what it has. To be released spring 2009. Best after 2013.

Score: 93. —James Suckling, December 15, 2008.