2019 Cantina Vignaioli Elvio Pertinace Barbera d'Alba, Piedmont, Italy Canned Rubio has a brilliant ruby

Rubio has a brilliant ruby red color with purple hues

The grippy palate develops to show smooth integration of tannin and oak

yet its tannic heft keeps it all in check

Candy Mountain and Dionysus Vineyards

pears and honeysuckle and a full-flavored palate rich in citrus aromas

2019 Cantina Vignaioli Elvio Pertinace Barbera d'Alba, Piedmont, Italy Canned Rubio has a brilliant rubyTASTING NOTES: A well judged, spicy, and minerally edge to the clean red berries and cherries on the nose and palate. Medium bodied, tight, and clean with a lightly firm feel on the finish. Nicely done and this should age for a few years. Drink or hold.