Torbreck, Amis Size:6x750ml This wine represents a selection

This wine represents a selection of the best fruit from the site at the upper parts of the vineyard

the 2011 Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco Albesani Vigna Santo Stefano had no such issues

no fining or filtration

Enough reduction is present to mask all but wisps of citrus character

The caressing yet entirely serious medium weight flavors exude a light minerality while displaying fine length on the focused

Torbreck, Amis Size:6x750ml This wine represents a selectionIn an adolescent funk (this was stunning upon release), the 2012 Les Amis is in between the flush of youth and coming out on the other side into adult glory. Smoke and vanilla notes accent raspberry fruit, but the aromatics are somewhat dampened compared to other vintages. It's still glorious, with ample weight and richness, and a long, plush finish. This was the only one of the Les Amis I found that showed its alcohol at all, and then only as slight