Conterno Fantino Langhe Nebbiolo "Ginestrino" DOC 2021
(Piedmont, Italy) - [WA 92] [VM 90] [JS 90]

Notes from the Winemaker:

100% Nebbiolo of the Michet and Lampia subvarieties (the same as in Barolo) grown at Ornati, outside the Barolo zone, on 2.7 ha (6.6 acres) of 35% sand/40% silt/25% clay at 400 meters (around 1,312 feet) above sea level. Exposure is southwest, gradient 25%. Vines are rather old (20 years on average). Fine-tuned 10 months in 2nd-year French oak barriques; round, with well balanced tannins and intense, persistent aromas of brier rose and peach pits.

VINEYARD CHARACTARISTICS
2.7 ha (6.6 acres) of 35% sand, 40% silt, 25% clay at Ornati (outside the Barolo zone albeit within Monforte d'Alba); vines are 20 years old, SW exposed at 400 meters (around 1,312 feet) asl

VINIFICATION AND AGING: Maceration on the skins in rotary fermenters for c. 6- 7 days; aged 10 months in 2nd-year French oak barriques.

TASTING NOTES
Very lively ruby color with garnet reflections; persistent and appealing bouquet with notes of brier rose and peach pit; on the palate, roundness is balanced by characteristic tannins and structure.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Best served at 16-18° C (60.8-64.4° F) and paired with second courses, meat, medium-seasoned cheese

ANALYSIS DATA
Alc. by vol.: 14.5%; dry extract: 28.4 g/l; total acidity: 5.6 g/l, volatile acidity: 0.61 g/l; residual sugar: 1.9 g/l; pH: 3.45

Grapes: 100% Nebbiolo of the Michet and Lampia subvarieties (the same as in Barolo)
Longevity: Very cellar-worthy, minimum 6 to 8 years
Production: 31,000 bottles
Winemaker: Guido & Fabio Fantino

92 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:
The organic Conterno Fantino 2021 Langhe Nebbiolo Ginestrino has a spicy note of white pepper along with cassis and blue flower. This is an easy expression of Nebbiolo that succeeds both in terms of balance and varietal intensity. There is a hint of sweet cinnamon on the close.

92 Points - Vinous:
The 2021 Langhe Nebbiolo Ginestrino is a blend of young vine fruit from the estate's four core holdings, plus Munie and a touch from Ornati, which is just outside the Barolo appellation. Medium in body and gracious, the Langhe Nebbiolo is just gorgeous. Bright acids perk up a core of red Nebbiolo fruit, crushed rose petal, mint and orange zest. (Drink between 2022-2031)

90 Points - James Suckling:
Ripe, red-fruited character with spiced citrus peel, cinnamon and dried flowers. Medium-bodied, dry and chalky with a vivid and fluid red berry palate. Flavorful finish.