Diego Conterno - Barbera D'alba Ferrione 2020

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Producer	Diego Conterno
Country	Italy
Region	Piedmont
Subregion	Alba
Varietal	Barbera
Vintage	2020
Sku	12102051
Size	750ml

  

CAC

100

BAROLO LOVERS TAKE NOTE! This is an incredible deal from a superb small grower located in the prestigious commune of Monforte in Barolo, where some of the Nebbiolo grape’s best expressions are found. Top growers wines here Giacomo Conterno’s wines (no relation) sell for about $300 for the Cascina Francia to $1000s per bottle for Monforte Riserva. This one will set you back a mere $50 or less, and deliver delicious Barolo enjoyment now and for a decade to come. 

It delivers classic Nebbiolo crush and dried red fruit, hints of earth, moderate plus tannin and acidity to keep it balanced and focused, with a pure, long mid-palate and finish. This is a very classy Barolo for the same price as some growers Langhe Nebbiolo. If you love classic, traditionally made Barolo you can’t afford to miss out on this stellar 100 point bargain!

Diego is a guy we watch - he learned initially at the Umberto I School of Enology, while working for legendary Piedmont winemaker Beppe Colla of Prunotto. In 2000 he left the winery he founded with partners (Conterno-Fantina) and created his own winery bringing with him his vines which included a prime Ginestra plot.

The winery is located in Monforte d’Alba on a hill surrounded by vineyards – incidentally just up the slope from the vineyards of the more famous Giacomo Conterno.  Today Diego and his son Stefano work together, ensuring a solid future for this terrific small family winery. 

This wine is made from grapes grown in the Ferrione vineyard adjacent to the winery in Monforte d’Alba, just outside the Barolo zone.
100% Barbera d’Alba
Average Age of the Vines: 10-55 years old
Exposition: Southwest
Altitude: 1,500 feet above sea level
Soil: Clay and limestone marl
Training System: Guyot pruning
Harvest: Manual
Vinification: The grapes are fully destemmed, followed by fermentation using indigenous yeasts in a temperature-controlled steel tank.
Aging: 4 months in 500 liter oak barrels followed by 6 months in cement tank so that the acidity and flavor of the classic Barbera can combine to create a fantastic, well-balanced wine.
Average Production: 55 hl/ha
Tasting Notes: Fresh notes of vibrant red fruit and warm spices in the bouquet.  Medium-bodied and well-balanced, with fine-grained tannins.
Food Pairings: Grilled and braised meats; pasta with tomato-based sauces.