Happy Sunday! It's been a rather relaxing day, as I've done laundry and cooked a wonderful Sunday dinner which should be just about done! So, in thinking about what has been slowly cooking in the oven these last few hours, I decided on a long-time favorite wine to open. The 2019 Woodward Canyon Estate Barbera was produced from some of the oldest vines in the AVA as Woodward Canyon has been producing the varietal for more than 20 years (you can see my review of an early vintage here: 2002 Woodward Canyon Barbera). So let's see what this latest vintage has to offer!
The wine is a deep ruby color in the glass, with nice clarity. A gentle swirl reveals aromas of leather, white peppercorns, blackberry and plum with just a hint of floral notes over the top. The first sip washes your palate with ripe black fruit, cherry, plum and currant, intermingles with a hint of blueberry. The fruit transitions effortlessly to some earthy notes of dusty limestone as well as some tart cherry to wake up your tastebuds. The tannins are well structured to provide a nice base for the long, smooth dry finish that will have you reaching for another sip.
Overall, I would rate this wine a solid 9, as it's one of my all time favorite Barberas and this vintage does not disappoint. This wine is also a fantastic value, with a retail price of $32 and case discounts available, you really can't beat this wine as an everyday red. The Woodward Canyon Barbera would pair well with a broad range of dishes, from steaks and chops to pizza and tacos. Tonight I am enjoying this wine with a classic Sunday dinner of slow roasted pot roast along with an array of root vegetables and some steamed peas. Cheers!
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