| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | Italy > Piedmont > Barolo |
| Colour | Red |
| Type | Still |
Notes of red berries, crushed herbs and orange blossom with hints of lilac and wet stones. Medium- to full-bodied. Meaty and mouth-filling with polished tannins that are a little chewy at the end. Refined and sleek. Hints of bitter spices in the finish. Try after 2026.
Opening to aromas of dried cherry and blackcurrant, the organic Conterno Fantino 2021 Barolo Ginestra Vigna del Gris makes a fleshy and enriched appearance with hints of black licorice, tar and crushed rose at the back. The wine has a softer, velvety quality of tannins that makes it slightly more approachable in the medium term, but I nevertheless recommend more bottle age. 2027-2044.
Vineyard faces towards Cascina Francia. Eastern exposition and elevation of 304 m. Lustrous, youthful ruby. Beautiful, firm, perfumed nose with a savoury, spicy note from the oak. Succulent, fresh, intense raspberry fruit with a whisper of oak. Fine tannins that grow in stature on the finish. Succulent fruit finish with tannic bite. Drink between 2024-2038.
