2018 Conterno Fantino Ginestra Vigna del Gris Barolo

Parker's Wine Advocate

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An extremely refined Barolo from a single site in an important Cru vineyard. This former star of our range is now back with us, the Del Gris is from a steep site in the Ginestra Cru which faces south-south east on soils of sand and some silty clay. Fermentated in steel, this relatively elegant expression integrates a harmonious oak influence during aging. A highly in-demand and boutique offering from Conterno Fantino, this is a delicious Barolo to decant soon or cellar.

$135.00 in mixed 6+ or $155.00 per bottle

Overview

Grape

Nebbiolo

Its Origins

Azienda Agricola Conterno Fantino was established in 1982 by Guido Fantino and Claudio Conterno. The state-of-the art winery is located on top of a hill overlooking the old village of Montforte d'Alba, enjoying an extraordinary view stretching out around the arc of Alps. Conterno Fantino's range comprises a Barolo DOCG from Sori Ginestra, and several DOC wines from Langhe, Barbera d'Alba, Dolcetto d' Alba and a mono-varietal wine (Chardonnay). The style of their Barolo is modern, showing rich aromas and flavours, lush, soft texture and well-rounded tannins.

What The Critics Say

94/100 Parker's Wine Advocate, Monica Larner

"The 2018 Barolo Ginestra Vigna del Gris is elegant and woven tightly together with small berry fruits, redcurrant, wild lilac and violet, crushed stone and licorice root. With fruit from Monforte d'Alba, the wine is streamlined and silky, but you also sense the power and tightness of the inner fiber that locks it all together with seamless precision. Exactly 9,094 bottles were made." Drink 2024 - 2040

17.5/20 JancisRobinson.com, Walter Speller

"Monforte d'Alba. Lustrous ruby. Taut and compact on the nose and slow to reveal itself, except for the minerally savoury hints. Supple, juicy, mouth-filling and complex fruit with a deep layer of slightly drying tannins. Very long aromatic and focused finish but far from ready. (WS)." Drink 2024 - 2036

Stats & Food Matching

Variety	Nebbiolo
Region	Piedmont
Closure	Cork
Volume	750ml
Alcohol	14.50%
Maturity	2024 - 2040

This Wine Goes Well With

Taste

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