Barolo DOCG Cascina Francia Giacomo Conterno 2008
14.5%
0.75L
Intensity
A magnificent illustration of wines which age well, this Barolo is a monument of complexity and freshness.
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Barolo DOCG Cascina Francia Giacomo Conterno 2008
The wine
Roberto Giacomo produces this wine by leaving the Nebbiolo grape to undergo its alcoholic fermentation in old wooden vats. The subsequent long élevage (4 years) has left the wine with very good potential for keeping. It would benefit very well from a few years' laying down to bring out its full structure and silkiness, enhanced with mineral notes.
About the Producer Giacomo Conterno
Giacomo Conterno is one of the most highly reputed domaines in Italy and Roberto Conterno is now at the helm of this vineyard established in the 1920s. The wine is produced organically, grapes are trodden by foot, indigenous yeasts are used for fermentation, pumping over is carried out frequently, and wines are aged in old barrels to give the wine character without overflavouring it. These wines are crafted for cellaring.
Detailed characteristics
Quantity : 1 bottle
Level : 1 NormalObservations : 1 Slightly marked label, 1 Torn labelOrigin : private individual
Type of cellar : underground, natural cellar
Recoverable VAT : no
Original wooden case / Original case : no
French customs seal : no
Alcohol percentage : 14.5 %
Region : Italy - Piedmont
Appellation : Barolo
Classification : DOCG
Owner : Giacomo Conterno
Vintage : 2008
Colour : red
Service temperature : 16°
Size (in ha) : 2 hectares
Intensity : smooth
Leading aroma : black fruit
Tasting occasion : food-friendly wine