Vintage / Wine: 2005 Barbera Spinetta Family Vineyards: Estate Vines Foods: Spicy meats, hearty breads Alcohol: 13.9% by volume Bottle Price: $19. / 750ml Aging: Now - the aroma breaks through, and the body is spicy, richer flavors and overtones of oak. A distinctive cherry undertone. At four years, the acid levels and lower tannins express a vivid body. Beyond - ten year old vintages of Barbera from our cellar are excellent - this vintage follows true to its predecessors. The World Tri-Tip Cup by Mike Dunne, Restaurant Critic, Sacramento Bee http://www.sacbee.com/static/weblogs/dining June 12, 2006, World Tri-Tip Cup, Round 1 Charles Spinetta Winery Wins this Round! October 10, 2006, World Tri-Tip Cup, Final Round Charles Spinetta Winery Tied for the Ultimate Win! "... the barbera compensates for its slighter frame with a refreshing acidity that cuts into muscle and fat of the beef with the authority of one of those big ol' Buck knives that steakhouses like to throw on the table ... firm without being hard, and fruity without being jammy, with oak kept respectively in the background ... bright and accessible." Collectible Mule Deer Wine Label limited edition print by artist Joe Garcia is available. Our wines are only available in our tasting room. We don’t sell through stores and restaurants. We can ship to your home in over 20 states.