- 100% Barbera planted to calcareous clay soils
- West to southwest exposure
- Maceration and fermentation for 15 days in stainless steel
- Aging in oak casks for 24 months prior to bottling
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2022
Country:
Italy
Region:
Piedmont
Appellation:
Barbera d'Alba
Variety:
Barbera
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Practicing Organic
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | IT-CAV-02-22 | 12/750ml |
Resources
Press & Reviews
Kerin O'Keefe
Score
95
Date
2024-09-01
"Aromas of dark-skinned berry, culinary spice, lavender, crushed mint and truffle waft out of the glass on the succulent, savory 2022 Vigna Cuculo. Made with organically farmed Barbera, it's full-bodied, smooth and utterly delicious. Combining a wild side with earthy finesse, it delivers layers of Morello cherry, raspberry jam, nutmeg and peppercorn flavors before closing on a hint of game. Velvety tannins and fresh acidity keep it balanced. What a fantastic wine. Drink through 2030. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O'Keefe September 2024"
REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES
2020
Wine Spectator
Score
91
Date
2024-04-30
"Settling into evolved aromas and flavors of mushroom, woodsy underbrush and earthy spices, with its plum and cherry fruit fading, this red reveals a supple texture and fine concentration. Balanced and lively on the dense, woodsy and spicy finish. Drink now through 2027. 400 cases made, 120 cases imported."
2020
Jeb Dunnuck
Score
90
Date
2024-05-15
"The 2020 Barbera D'Alba Vigna Cuculo is a crowd pleaser of a wine, coming from vineyards just south of the Bricco Boschis. Pouring a deep magenta color, it's plush with notes of ripe plum, candied flowers, and cocoa. Medium to full-bodied, it has good richness with good lift on the finish and is approachable now. Drink 2024-2030."
2019
Wine Advocate
Score
91
Date
2022-06-23
2019
Wine Spectator
Score
90
Date
2023-02-27
"A succulent red, with cherry and blackberry flavors aligned with tart acidity and light tannins. Packs plenty of concentrated fruit, ending with dusty grip. Old-school Barbera. Drink now through 2028. 950 cases made, 300 cases imported."