Les Traverses de Fontanes Pays d'Oc Cab Sauv 2022 750ml USA while the addition of rose

while the addition of rose petal and ginger to the bitter base provides a rounder profile

berry fruits and freshly-cut herbs

Petit Verdot and small amount of Carignan add spice

this Barbera speaks of its origins in the Asti district as opposed to the more somber and elegant wines from the Alba zone

Les Traverses de Fontanes Pays d'Oc Cab Sauv 2022 750ml USA while the addition of roseExhibiting notions of dark fruits, plum sauce, spice, licorice and dried herbs, it hits the palate with medium bodied richness, solid mid palate depth and plenty of chewy tannin on the finish. It's a delicious, fruit loaded and well made effort that will shine with heartier dishes, and drink nicely for 4 5 years.