Soft and delicate and nuanced on the nose, faint floral aromatics extend out the glass. Supple and smooth, gorgeous red berry fruit, pristine in nature, crystalline almost with a chalky, mineral undercoating that gives texture and interest. This has some bite too and tang which is so delightful, offering body but not overt heaviness. Subtle in its display but still offering plenty to get your teeth stuck in to with gorgeous high acidity, succulent and juicy strawberries and a creamy finish.

The Michele Chiarlo 2021 Barbaresco Faset shows terrific balance with a sweet side of cherry and dried raspberry that is contrasted against fine mineral tones and softly toasted spice. The wine is wide in terms of aromas, and it's equally deep in terms of its mouthfeel, which is driven by acidic freshness and fine tannins for an accessible drinking style. Production is limited to 3,600 bottles.- Monica Larner

Dark fruited and spice-driven, this Barbaresco reveals layers of complexity. Imagine sinking into the depths of ripe plum and blackberry, interwoven with allspice and clove, creating a tapestry of flavors. Each sip is a journey through a dense forest of flavors, with hints of rose and bay leaf lingering in the shadows, as fine, yet firm, tannins hold the wine in place waiting for a bit more time. Drink from 2027 — Jeff Porter

The 2021 Faset from Michele Chiarlo has intriguing aromas recalling violet, menthol, wild berry and crushed black olive. The savory palate captivates with an earthy elegance, delivering ripe black cherry, truffle, cake spice, blood orange and licorice accompanied by supple tannins and fresh acidity. The same black olive note from the nose lingers on the close.

A tight, linear version, with cherry and raspberry fruit, plus tar, mineral and eucalyptus flavors wrapped in firm, fine-grained tannins. Though not very expressive, this feels balanced and persistent on the finish. Best from 2028 through 2045. 300 cases made, 50 cases imported.

The 2021 Barbaresco Faset is a fine choice for drinking now and over the next handful of years. Dark cherry, tobacco, menthol, licorice, mocha and spice all meld together effortlessly. The Faset is a bit forward, especially in its aromatics, so I would not wait too long on it.- Antonio Galloni