Introducing someone to Bordeaux reds without a steep price commitment

and the violet and spice aromatics intensify

The defining feature here is the two-stage maturation: six months in American oak followed by four months in charred bourbon barrels

The result is a bourbon with uncommon depth — charred oak

Salvano Maestrale Barbera d'Alba mead Introducing someone to Bordeaux redsSalvano Maestrale Barbera d'Alba is a 100% Barbera red wine from Piedmont, Italy, bottled at 14% ABV in a standard 750ml format. This barrique aged expression earned a Gold Medal at the International Wine Challenge and 90 points from Wine Spectator, establishing it as a serious Barbera d'Alba that punches well above its weight class. Quick Facts: ABV: 14% Origin: Piedmont, Italy Barbera d'Alba DOC Producer: Salvano Production & Heritage Salvano is a