A classic northern Italian wine, Barbaresco is a powerful wine that is made purely from the Nebbiolo grape. Barbaresco is produced in the Piedmont reigon in a DOCG right outside Alba. These wines must be aged for a minimum of two years and four to be considered a riserva. Considered a baby Barolo, Barbarescos were first brought to the forefront by Gaja and Bruno Giacosa in the 1960's. Top Barbarescos, such as Gaja's, fetch hundreds at market. Good barbarescos are ages 5-10, as they are extremely tannic and tight in their youth. They are known for overwhelming bouquets and their long presence on the tongue.