Jeb Dunnuck (93)- "Purchased in 2003, the Bionzo vineyard naturally produces low yields and concentrated fruit. The 2022 Barbera D'Asti Superiore Bionzo pours a saturated magenta.purple hue and offers aromas of fresh plum, preserved blackberries, rosemary, and sweet spice. Aged in 50% new and 50% medium-toast French oak, it’s full-bodied, with plush tannins, savory depth, and balanced richness. Drink 2026-2036."
Vinous Media (95)- "The 2022 Barbera d'Asti Superiore Bionzo is one of the most elegant wines of the year. Rose petal, chalk, mint, graphite and lavender open first. Bright saline notes typical of Asti give the 2022 quite a bit of vibrancy, something that was hard to come by in 2022. This more restrained style is so appealing. The oak is better integrated here."
Jeb Dunnuck (92)- "Coming from a single vineyard about 15 minutes away from the winery, the 2021 Barbera D'Asti Superiore Bionzo was aged for 16-18 months in Tonneau and boasts an opaque ruby red color in the glass. The nose has a serious expression with savory and layered notes of leather, balsamic herbs, menthol, plum, and fresh soil. Full-bodied, it has a vertical feel through the palate and is undoubtedly a structured wine in this vintage, with a snappy, bright spine of acidity, lush, ripe fruit, and refined tannins. It is rich and intense and will benefit from more time. It has a lot of savory herbal notes and will do well to cellar. Drink 2026-2040."
