Barbera d’Alba DOC - Vignota - Conterno Fantino

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Barbera · Barbera d'Alba DOC · 75 cl

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Technical information

Producer	Conterno Fantino
Name	Barbera d'Alba DOC
Variety	Barbera
Gradation	13.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Red fruits, spices, hints of vanilla
Vinification method	Steel fermentation, skin maceration
Region	Piedmont
Production area	Alba and surroundings
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	6-12 months
Type of cask	Large oak barrels
Color	Intense ruby red
Serving temperature	16-18°C
Recommended consumption	2-5 years
Pairing	Red meats, aged cheeses, flavorful dishes

Descrizione

Vignota is a rich and balanced red wine, produced with Barbera grapes carefully selected during the harvest which, after fermentation, rests for 10 months in second passage barriques.

When poured it appears of an intense ruby red color. The nose seduces with hints of ripe blackberries and black cherries, accompanied by aromatic nuances of sage, tobacco and leather. The sip is soft from the first sip, pleasantly sapid and fresh, with fine tannins and good persistence.

Perfect to drink throughout the meal as an accompaniment to complete land menus.

The winery

Conterno Fantino – Winery in Piedmont (Langhe) — Monforte d'Alba

Discover the story and wines of Conterno Fantino.

Estate in Monforte d'Alba (Langhe, Piedmont), founded in 1982. Produces mainly Nebbiolo (Barolo) alongside Barbera, Dolcetto and Chardonnay; known for a modernist cellar approach and its single-vineyard crus (Ginestra, Mosconi, Bussia).

Region: Piedmont (Langhe) — Monforte d'Alba

Country: Italy

Founded: 1982

Grapes: Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto, Chardonnay

A winery based in Monforte d'Alba, in the heart of the Langhe. Barolo produced from single crus: Sorì Ginestra, Vigna del Gris, Mosconi, Castelletto Viticulture and winemaking practices focused on the identity of the terroir. Barolo certified as wines from organic farming Vineyard area reported by several sources: approximately 27 hectares; estimated production: ~140,000 bottles per year

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Winery history

Founded in 1982 from the union of the Conterno and Fantino families (including Claudio Conterno and Guido Fantino). The estate manages roughly 23 hectares and has an annual production of about 125,000–140,000 bottles. The first bottled Barolo vintage dates to 1982. The "Ginestrino" label is documented in the winery technical sheet (approx. 35,000 bottles for that bottling).

Production philosophy

The philosophy is to highlight the identity of individual crus and the territory through careful vineyard work, hand harvesting and vinification aimed at preserving fruit. The cellar practices modern choices (relatively short macerations, selective use of French barriques) to pursue elegance, freshness and expressive precision. Some of the estate's Barolos are certified as products of organic agriculture.

Terroir and vineyards

Vineyards located exclusively in the commune of Monforte d'Alba (Langhe). Main crus: Ginestra (Sorì Ginestra, Vigna del Gris), Mosconi, Bussia, Ornati, San Pietro, Bricco Bastìa. Technical sheet for the Langhe Nebbiolo “Ginestrino”: silty soils with variable sand and calcium carbonate; south / south‑west exposures; altitude 300–450 m; Guyot training; density 4,500–5,000 vines/ha; hand harvest; indicative yield 7–8 t/ha.