The 2005 Barbaresco Riserva Valeirano (magnum) is the most evolved of the three Barbarescos. Worn-in leather, smoke, incense, dried fruit and herbs are all laced together in the glass. The 2005 has plenty of palate intensity, but the aromatics are evolving at a faster pace than the tannins are softening. Ideally the 2005 Riserva is enjoyed sooner rather than later.