Barolo Francia Giacomo Conterno 2018

Barolo Francia Giacomo Conterno 2018

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Barolo Francia Giacomo Conterno 2018
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HED90690

75 cl

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£350.00
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The Giacomo Conterno estate, now run by grandson Roberto, is one of the most illustrious in Piedmont and many consider their wines to be the ultimate expression of Barolo. This release is made from Nebbiolo grapes sourced from the esteemed Francia vineyard in Serralunga d`Alba. The 2018 vintage exhibits the classic characteristics of Barolo with intense aromas of red fruits, floral notes, and spices. On the palate, the wine is powerful and structured, with firm tannins and a long, persistent finish. It has the potential to age gracefully for many years, allowing its complex flavours and nuances to further develop.
95 Vinous
The 2018 Barolo Francia is powerful, deep and also a touch austere. It shows the edginess of all the 2018s, but also has a feeling of textural creaminess that adds tons of character. Spice, menthol, leather and a whole range of balsamic overtones build into the deep, imposing finish. Roberto Conterno decided to forego his Barolo Monfortino in 2018, opting instead to blend all the casks into his Francia bottling. When that happens, Francia often surprises down the road. That could very well turn out to be the case here.Antonio Galloni18th October 2022

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Time and Tradition

Founded in the 1920s, Giacomo Conterno is an iconic Piedmont estate currently owned and operated by Roberto, grandson of winery founder and namesake. Giacomo was assisted by his brother Aldo Conterno for many years before Aldo left to establish his own eponymous winery, pursuing a different style of winemaking altogether.

Along with Gaja and Bruno Giacosa, the winery is considered to be one of the premier producers of fine Barolo. Cascina Francia and Monfortino (only made in select vintages and aged for up to seven years before release) are Conterno's top wines when it comes to Nebbiolo, but the team also make excellent Barbera a'Alba. The Nebbiolo are traditional expressions of the Piedmont terroir in many ways - long-lived and earthy with an elegant savoury character to match alluring ripe red and black fruit notes.

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