Charles Smith Casasmith Barbera (Cervo) 2017 Washington Red Wine 750mL

93 Points, Jeb Dunnuck (formerly of Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate)
“One of the best expressions of this variety outside of Italy must be the 2017 Barbera
Cervo from Charles Smith. Its vibrant purple/ruby color is followed by a fresh, complex
bouquet of blue and black fruits, leafy herbs, vanilla, and spice. It’s terrific on the palate
as well, offering medium to full body, tons of fruit, and remarkable purity. Drink it any time
over the coming 4-5 years.”

Variety 100% Barbera
Appellation Wahluke Slope
Production 100% whole berry fermentation
Native yeast 33 days on skins
68hl upright French oak tanks 12 months aged on lees in oak tanks