basarin (in the neive area of barbaresco) is a well-exposed, south-facing vineyard with sandy soils that can be hit or miss with nebbiolo. thankfully, the outstanding 2004 vintage shows the best of this special cru. this is a thick and highly tannic wine with alluring notes of beef jerky, hickory, root beer and black currant that would pair with important meat dishes. drink after 2015.
Basarin Vigna Gianmaté