Notes of: Leather

Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Licorice

Notes of: Blackberry

Notes of: Cherry

Notes of: Garrigue

Conterno Fantino

Conterno Fantino Barbera d'Alba Vignota

Italy, Piemonte

Red wine

3.8

Expert Rating

3.9

Highly Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Conterno Fantino Barbera d'Alba Vignota is a premium wine produced by the renowned winery Conterno Fantino in the Barbera d'Alba appellation of Piedmont, Italy. The grapes for this wine are sourced from the Vignota vineyard, which is known for its unique soil composition and favorable microclimate. The winemaking process involves careful selection of the grapes, followed by fermentation and aging in oak barrels to enhance the wine's complexity and depth. The resulting wine is a rich and full-bodied expression of Barbera, with notes of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of oak. This wine is a perfect choice for those seeking a high-quality, flavorful wine from one of Italy's most prestigious wine regions.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

The Conterno Fantino Barbera d'Alba Vignota is an exquisite red wine with notes of ripe cherries, dried herbs, and sweet spices.On the palate, it is full-bodied and powerful, with a velvety texture and an intense finish. The aromas of dried flowers, plums, and licorice linger on the nose, making this a truly unique and memorable wine.

EXPERT RATING

3.8

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2029

Profile

Sweetness:

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Fragrant

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Firm

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Barbera

ORIGINS

Winery: Conterno Fantino

Region: Piemonte

Piemonte, located in the northwest of Italy, is one of the most renowned wine regions in the world. It is home to some of the most iconic wines, such as Barolo and Barbaresco, and is renowned for its stunning landscapes and centuries-old winemaking traditions. It is also home to the world famous sparkling wine Moscato d’Asti. The history of winemaking in Piemonte dates back to the ancient Romans, who planted the first vines in the region. Since then, the region has become a major producer of some of the world's finest wines. The region's winemaking industry was revolutionized by the introduction of the modern winemaking techniques of the French. This led to the emergence of some of the most iconic wines of the region, such as Barolo and Barbaresco.

CUSTOMER RATING

3.9

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