Giacomo Conterno
Giacomo Conterno Barolo Cascina Francia
4.8
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WINE DESCRIPTION
The Giacomo Conterno Barolo Cascina Francia is a powerful, complex and elegant Nebbiolo-based red wine from the renowned Italian winery. The nose is immediately captivating, offering aromas of ripe raspberry, fresh rose petals, crushed violets and dusty earth. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and concentrated, offering intense flavors of wild berries, dried herbs and tobacco leaf. The tannins are firm and structured, giving the wine an impressive length and impressive complexity. The finish is spicy, long and persistent, with a hint of menthol. A classic Barolo that will age gracefully for many years.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Barolo from Giacomo Conterno offers a fragrant bouquet of dried roses, crushed red cherries, wild forest herbs, and delicate spices.On the palate, it has a medium body with firm tannins and an elegant, balanced acidity. The flavors of dried cherry, licorice, and wild herbs give way to a long and lingering finish. This Barolo is an excellent expression of the Cascina Francia terroir and an ideal accompaniment to any special occasion.
EXPERT RATING
4.8
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2060
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
High
Very Low Alcohol
Very High
Intensity:
Intense
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Full
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Vibrant
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
High
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Nebbiolo
ORIGINS
Winery: Giacomo Conterno
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
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