Tasting Notes

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Vinous Antonio Galloni - 01 Nov 19
Conterno's 2015 Barolo is a soft, easygoing wine to drink now and over the next few years. Sweet tobacco, cedar, licorice and menthol add aromatic complexity, but the slightly dried out fruit profile makes me think the 2015 will develop relatively fast. Diego and Stefano Conterno bottled their 2015 with 22 months in barrel, a little bit earlier than normal, which was probably a sound decision. The 2015 is pretty, but a touch fragile. I liked it a bit more from barrel. Vineyard sources are San Pietro, San Giovanni and Ginestra (Pajana and Vigna del Gris).
Drinking Date: 2020 - 2030
Barolo Vineyard Fine Wine

Barolo

Barolo, the "King of Wines," is a prestigious red from Piedmont, Italy, made exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes. Known for deep complexity, Barolo offers rich flavours of dark cherries, roses, truffles, and spices, with high acidity and firm tannins. It ages exceptionally well, evolving in depth and nuance. Barolo's diverse terroirs create a range of styles, from powerful to delicate. Top producers include Gaja, Bruno Giacosa, Giuseppe Rinaldi, and Marchesi di Barolo, all of whom exemplify Barolo's tradition and quality.