94 points Kerin O'Keefe: "The straight 2022 Barbaresco from Produttori del Barbaresco is fragrant and refined, with aromas of blue flower, red berry, citrus and a balsamic whiff of eucalyptus. Surprisingly fresh and juicy for the hot, extremely dry vintage, it boasts flavors of tart red cherry, orange zest and star anise alongside taut, refined tannins that leave some grip on the finish. Drink through 2030. Abv: 14.5%. (Sep 2025)"
94 points Aldo Fiordelli (JamesSuckling.com): "Bright and overtly fruity, this is full of intoxicating violets, cinnamon, blood oranges and black cherries, expressing mint and balsamic depth. Full-bodied with a soft, smooth attack, dusty yet velvety tannins and brilliant acidity. The chocolaty finish shows licorice and a mouth-coating texture. Delicious and balanced. Drink or hold. (11/18/25)"
93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2022 Barbaresco is a pretty rich, heady wine. Dark cherry/plum fruit, cloves, licorice and mocha build as the 2022 shows off its considerable depth. This is one of the few 2022s that is quite resonant texturally. The aromatics could be more lifted and the tannins could use a bit more polish, but those qualities were next to impossible to come by in 2022. The inclusion of some juice from Riserva lots is a great help. All things considered, this is a stellar showing. Drink: 2027-2034. (Oct 2025)"
92 points Audrey Frick (JebDunnuck.com): "The 2022 Barbaresco is a jeweled red color and aromatic of ripe raspberry liqueur, fresh cherries, sweet herbs, and pressed flowers. Medium-bodied, it has a slightly broader, rounder shoulder, with ripe tannins and a clean, even finish. It is juicy, and while it might not be as complex as the 2021, it doesn’t feel the alcohol, which is certainly a bit higher in this vintage as well. Drink: 2025-2040. (May 2025)"
92 points Ian D'Agata Wine Review: "Beautiful vivid red colour. Ripe but lifted aromas of red cherry, strawberry nectar, tar and camphor. Enters juicy, creamy and sultry, then slightly stiff and tannic with rising mouthcoating youthfully chewy tannins framing its red fruit, herb and earth tone flavours. Closes long with a repeating whiplash of fruit. Aldo Vacca says this 2022 reminds him a little bit of the 2015, a slightly overripe wine (bit in a good way, if that’s possible). The 2022 classic Barbaresco id made with mostly Ovello grapes: this is both because it is their largest holding (Ovello’s grapes account for 20-25% of the total blend) but also because of the clay soil, which means that it was a cru that enjoyed an advantage in the hot and droughty 2022 vintage; then Pora (15% of the blend), Rio Sordo (5-10%), Muncagota (10%) and a little Montestefano. Included in the mix are the grapes from three growers in Basarin, Faset, and Cottà . In 2002, only the grapes from Pajè and Asili were not used to make this wine; not surprisingly, given that they are two very small holdings. Drinking window: 2027-2038. (12/5/25)"
94 points Aldo Fiordelli (JamesSuckling.com): "Bright and overtly fruity, this is full of intoxicating violets, cinnamon, blood oranges and black cherries, expressing mint and balsamic depth. Full-bodied with a soft, smooth attack, dusty yet velvety tannins and brilliant acidity. The chocolaty finish shows licorice and a mouth-coating texture. Delicious and balanced. Drink or hold. (11/18/25)"
93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2022 Barbaresco is a pretty rich, heady wine. Dark cherry/plum fruit, cloves, licorice and mocha build as the 2022 shows off its considerable depth. This is one of the few 2022s that is quite resonant texturally. The aromatics could be more lifted and the tannins could use a bit more polish, but those qualities were next to impossible to come by in 2022. The inclusion of some juice from Riserva lots is a great help. All things considered, this is a stellar showing. Drink: 2027-2034. (Oct 2025)"
92 points Audrey Frick (JebDunnuck.com): "The 2022 Barbaresco is a jeweled red color and aromatic of ripe raspberry liqueur, fresh cherries, sweet herbs, and pressed flowers. Medium-bodied, it has a slightly broader, rounder shoulder, with ripe tannins and a clean, even finish. It is juicy, and while it might not be as complex as the 2021, it doesn’t feel the alcohol, which is certainly a bit higher in this vintage as well. Drink: 2025-2040. (May 2025)"
92 points Ian D'Agata Wine Review: "Beautiful vivid red colour. Ripe but lifted aromas of red cherry, strawberry nectar, tar and camphor. Enters juicy, creamy and sultry, then slightly stiff and tannic with rising mouthcoating youthfully chewy tannins framing its red fruit, herb and earth tone flavours. Closes long with a repeating whiplash of fruit. Aldo Vacca says this 2022 reminds him a little bit of the 2015, a slightly overripe wine (bit in a good way, if that’s possible). The 2022 classic Barbaresco id made with mostly Ovello grapes: this is both because it is their largest holding (Ovello’s grapes account for 20-25% of the total blend) but also because of the clay soil, which means that it was a cru that enjoyed an advantage in the hot and droughty 2022 vintage; then Pora (15% of the blend), Rio Sordo (5-10%), Muncagota (10%) and a little Montestefano. Included in the mix are the grapes from three growers in Basarin, Faset, and Cottà . In 2002, only the grapes from Pajè and Asili were not used to make this wine; not surprisingly, given that they are two very small holdings. Drinking window: 2027-2038. (12/5/25)"
| Product SKU | 356786 |
| Producer | Produttori del Barbaresco |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| SubRegion | Barbaresco DOCG |
| Varietal | Nebbiolo |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 14.5% |
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