Category Archives: Barbera et al

2012 Yelland & Papps Sete di Vino

Posted on December 10, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

The rough translation of ‘Sete di Vino’ is “thirst for wine” according to the website. 29% Lagrein, 27% Dolcetto, 24% Barbera and the rest Primitivo. Totally foreign aroma. Smells predominately and strongly of pastis or perhaps fennel bulb. Once I … Continue reading →

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2012 Maretti Langhe Rosso

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

A blend of 70% Barbera and 30% Nebbiolo, imported by Fourth Wave Wine. It’s leathery, slightly gamey, savoury and entirely worth your while. Red cherries, fennel seeds and sage with plums laying down the bass line. Has a little rose … Continue reading →

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2009 Topper’s Mountain Red Earth Child

Posted on October 7, 2012 by Jeremy Pringle

Mark Kirkby is the vigneron and Mike Hayes is listed as the winemaker. Mike also makes the wines for Granite Belt producer Symphony Hills. Interesting guy. Met him whilst studying wine science back in 2008. He assured us that it … Continue reading →

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2007 La Vendetta Barbera Nebbiolo

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Jeremy Pringle

Italy, Langhe 13.5% Screwcap $18.99 Really good wine here, love the idea of being able to buy something like this and get change from a twenty. Black cherry, purple flowers, tar, dark chocolate, anise and leather. It’s juicy but soft … Continue reading →

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