Conterno Fantino

Barolo Ginestra 'Vigna Sorì Ginestra'

Barolo Ginestra 'Vigna Sorì Ginestra'

Barolo Ginestra Vigna Sor Ginestra Conterno Fantino
  • Nebbiolo from a single, historical vineyard located in the Ginestra cru in Monforte d’Alba
  • Vines were planted in 1971, 1983, and 1988
  • Ideal south-facing exposure (“sorì”)
  • Elevation is between 340 and 360 m above sea level with south facing exposure
  • Soils are a mixture of sand, silt, and clay
  • Hand-harvesting begins in mid October
  • Fermentation and maceration in stainless steel for 12 to 15 days
  • Aging in French oak barrels
  • First vintage was 1982
  • Between 800 and 1000 cases produced annually

Info

Vintage:
2019
Country:
Italy
Region:
Piedmont
Appellation:
Barolo
Variety:
Nebbiolo
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Certified Organic

Sizes Available

Full Bottle IT-CFA-24-19 6/750ml

Resources

Press & Reviews

Wine Advocate
Score
97
Date
2023-08-24
Spectator
Score
95
Date
2023-09-06
James Suckling
Score
96
Date
2023-07-28
Vinous Media
Score
96
Date
2023-01-01
Decanter
Score
95
Date
2023-03-23