95 points/'Cellar Selection,' Wine Enthusiast: "The Ai Suma, a rare gem made only in the most exceptional vintages, is a paradox in a glass. This opaque late-harvest Barbera may seem imposing, but it's a bear hug of a wine, with blackberry compote, dried violets, star anise and fresh vanilla melding together in harmony. Lush and mouth-filling, it's a powerhouse with restraint, thanks to well-structured tannins and lifting acidity. Drink from 2026. (Nov 2024)"
93 points Falstaff Guide: "Medium transparent ruby red with garnet reflections. Very intensely fruity and savoury on the nose with ripe cherries and plums, liquorice and toasted notes as well as hints of leather and dark chocolate. Juicy and fruity on the palate, very harmonious, with a good tannin structure and a long finish. (10/16/24)"
93 points Luca Maroni (Jun 2024)
92 points Bruce Sanderson (Wine Spectator): "[$145 list] Plum, blackberry, chocolate, spicy pipe tobacco and earth flavors mark this dense, muscular red. Compact and burly on the finish for now, where a bitter almond note emerges. This improved with air, so decant now or age for a few more years. Best from 2026 through 2036. (12/31/24)"
92 points James Suckling: "A spiced and earthy red with a medium to full body, firm tannins and rich, exuberant fruit character. It goes deep in dark cherries, plums, ground spices, cocoa and smoked cedar. Tight and lingering. Drink or hold. (9/17/24)"
93 points Falstaff Guide: "Medium transparent ruby red with garnet reflections. Very intensely fruity and savoury on the nose with ripe cherries and plums, liquorice and toasted notes as well as hints of leather and dark chocolate. Juicy and fruity on the palate, very harmonious, with a good tannin structure and a long finish. (10/16/24)"
93 points Luca Maroni (Jun 2024)
92 points Bruce Sanderson (Wine Spectator): "[$145 list] Plum, blackberry, chocolate, spicy pipe tobacco and earth flavors mark this dense, muscular red. Compact and burly on the finish for now, where a bitter almond note emerges. This improved with air, so decant now or age for a few more years. Best from 2026 through 2036. (12/31/24)"
92 points James Suckling: "A spiced and earthy red with a medium to full body, firm tannins and rich, exuberant fruit character. It goes deep in dark cherries, plums, ground spices, cocoa and smoked cedar. Tight and lingering. Drink or hold. (9/17/24)"
| Product SKU | 353067 |
| Producer | Braida (Giacomo Bologna) |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| SubRegion | Barbera d'Asti DOCG |
| Varietal | Barbera |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 16.0% |
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