2019 Ratti Battaglione Barbera d’Asti

Deep dark red black tinged colour with a dark red hue. Aromas of black cherry and liquorice meld into earthy dried herb and spice notes. The bright mid weighted palate features dark to black cherry and liquorice fruits over earth, dried herb and spice elements. Lively acidity with slightly chewy tannins and a bright yet robust dark fruited conclusion.
Drink over the next 3-4 years.
Alc. 14%

Other Reviews….
Showing another handsome military uniform on its front label (this one dating from 1800), the Renato Ratti 2019 Barbera d'Asti Battaglione is a ripe and exuberant expression. Opening to medium dark concentration and plenty of rich blackberry, this wine carries a little more fruit weight on its bones (compared to the Villa Pattono). However, the fruit is also younger (by one year), and this vintage naturally offers dark cherry and bold primary intensity. The Battaglione in the "little soldiers series" is a versatile and inviting production of 70,000 bottles. Drink 2021-2025.
90 points
Monica Larner – Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate