Bricco dei Merli Barbera d’Alba DOC
Vinous
91 Points
The 2018 Barbera d'Alba Bricco dei Merli is plush, dark and voluptuous yet mid-weight, which is typical of the variety. Dark cherry, plums, chocolate and mocha notes waft up from the glass in this soft easy-going but very nicely done Barbera.
The Wine Advocate
92 Points
The 2018 Barbera d'Alba Bricco dei Merli (with 10,000 bottles made) delivers that signature balance and harmony that we see in the other wines from Elvio Cogno. Barbera can sometimes take on overblown aromas, but this wine remains steady, sweet and mildly concentrated throughout. It delivers dark fruit intensity without ever feeling heavy or too rich. From a cooler vintage, this expression of Barbera shows vibrant freshness and energy.
jamessuckling.com
90 Points
Fresh and fruity with sliced berry and raspberry character. Medium body and a clean, crisp finish. Easygoing. Drink now.