Alpha Box & Dice, 'Enigma' Barbera 2017

Region: Adelade Hills, Australia Varietal: Mostly Barbera Tasting notes: Barbera is the grape variety here – thought to have originated in the hills of Piemonte it’s high in acid, low in tannin, tricky in the vineyard, tricky in the winery, but by the beard of Zeus does it ever shape-shift into a soifalicious drink in the glass when all the panels of the vinous Rubik’s Cube align. On the nose it is rhubarb, tart raspberries, and brandy spice. Soft, bright, tart fruits flavors meld with the lively acidity inherent in the variety. Producer: Based in McLaren Vale, South Australia, Alpha Box & Dice are embarking on an Alphabet of Wine. Each 'letter' embodies an individual winemaking project, with the end goal being a complete collection of wines that celebrates the diverse styles and varieties found in South Australia's famous wine regions, including McLaren Vale, Adelaide Hills and Barossa Valley. Since its beginning in 2008, AB&D has become a champion of South Australia's al