Giacomo Conterno, Barolo Riserva Speciale, Monfortino 1974
Piedmont
Level: top shoulder; scuffed label
1 bottle per lot

Type: Red Wine
Grape: Nebbiolo
Country: Italy
Region: Piedmont

ABOUT THE WINE
The Conterno surname is one that for many conjures the rustic majesty of some Piedmont's most vital wines. The Giacomo Conterno estate has recently narrowed its focus strictly to Nebbiolo and Barbera, selecting only the highest quality grapes from Cascina Francia in Serralunga d'Alba, These find their way into their two famed Barolos: the 'Cascina Francia' and the legendary 'Monfortino' Riserva. The densely planted Francia vineyard has southwest exposure and is about 400 meters above sea level. Grapes gathered here offer deep tannins, creating ideal cellaring wines.

Per’s Pick
To me the wines from the Giacomo Conterno’s estate in Peidmont are the benchmark which all other Barolos should be measured. Their wines are like none other in the region, they always mature harmoniously for decades. Especeially the Monfortino Riservas. They do not declare (or make the) Montfortino bottles in every vintage but when they do, you know that the wine will be special. The 1974’s vintage is no exception, this wine is truly stunning!

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