Food & Wine:  "Great Value.  Ca’Bianca is a youngster in Piedmontese terms—it was only founded 50-odd years ago. But it’s achieved recognition through wines like this fragrant, lush Barbera."

Decanter:  "Recommended.  Lightly fragrant oak and some peppery notes. Classic, fresh and balanced with lovely oak and structure. Drink from 2008."

Wired For Wine: The fruity, fat, juicy Ca'Bianca is the perfect partner for all dishes Italian and bold.  Nothing delicate here, please.  For those of you who grew up in an Italian household, this is your wine for Sunday "gravy" with meatballs and sausage.  (That's what we call a hearty tomato sauce that's simmered, reduced and developed for hours.)  The delicate spice of this Barbera combined with its bright acidity will make your taste buds smile when you pair it with a pepperoni pizza.  If that's your choice, start with a delicious Insalata di Caprese, buffalo mozarella with thick-sliced vine-ripened tomatoes, torn basil, and sprinkles of olive oil, balsamico and sea salt.  If you're not in the mood for pizza, keep the salad and follow it up with a tender pot roast that's been in the oven for the afternoon; the Ca'Bianca loves roasted and grilled red meats.  Ti piace?

Size:  750 ml
Vintage:  2005
Varietal: 100% Barbera
Alcohol:  13.5%
Barrel aging:  8 months in medium-toast French barriques, both new and year old
Region:  Barbera d'Asti, Piedmont, Italy