First Ridge Barbera 2023

From an elevated single vineyard in the Mudgee region in NSW, this is maroon/purple in colour. A most appealingly generous style, there is a delightful plushness to the wine. Notes of mocha, coffee beans, black fruits, aniseed, beef stock and dry herbs weave throughout. The chocolate really comes out on the palate. A subtle and seductive texture leading to sleek tannins, the wine has impressive length and should drink beautifully for the next eight years.