Ceretto (Bricco Asili), Barbaresco Asili other_regions_italy Roberto Voerzio describes 2008 as

Roberto Voerzio describes 2008 as a year that was cold from start to finish

Here too the admirably pure aromas are distinctly cool with its ripe nose of white peach and essence of pear that is trimmed in notes of subtle wood

earth and spice aromas

with a fleshy core of fruit

The 2004 Brut Cristal has put on quite a bit of weight since I first tasted it earlier this year

Ceretto (Bricco Asili), Barbaresco Asili other_regions_italy Roberto Voerzio describes 2008 asCherry and licorice notes play off the dense, dusty tannins in this red. Shows fine tension between the elements, ending with a long aftertaste of sweet fruit and savory flavors. Best from 2015 through 2024. 420 cases made. BS