Monfortino Barolo DOCG - Giacomo Conterno 2019

Name: Monfortino Barolo DOCG - Giacomo Conterno
Brand: Giacomo Conterno
SKU: bottle-02714
Price: 973.56 EUR
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Nebbiolo · Barolo DOCG · 75 cl · 2019

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973,56 €

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Technical information

Producer	Giacomo Conterno
Name	Barolo DOCG
Variety	Nebbiolo
Vintage	2019
Gradation	14.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Notes of rose, spices, ripe red fruits
Vinification method	Traditional fermentation in steel
Region	Piedmont
Production area	Langhe
Country	Italy
Type	Red wine
Aging	Over 7 years
Type of cask	Large oak barrels
Color	Intense ruby red
Serving temperature	18-20°C
Recommended consumption	For aging, ideal after 10 years
Pairing	Red meats, game, aged cheeses

Descrizione

Monfortino di Giacomo Conterno is a Barolo DOCG of great concentration and promise: in the glass it shows a ruby color that opens slowly, and the aromatic profile is complex but unfussy, with hints of ripe red fruit, withered roses, sweet spices and an earthy background that outlines its character. The tension comes from fresh acidity and dense but elegant tannins; the sip finds a savory balance between structure and lift, already expressing charm while leaving plenty of room for development in bottle.

On the palate it reveals restraint and depth, with a progression that alternates softness and nerve, leaving a long, savory finish that invites patience. It pairs with substantial roasts, braises, stewed game and aged cheeses, but is also enjoyable on its own for its ability to evolve and for the profile that changes in the glass. I recommend serving it at a controlled temperature, decanting if it is still young, and choosing a large glass to capture its complexity.

The winery

Giacomo Conterno – Winery in Piemonte

Discover the story and wines of Giacomo Conterno.

Historic Piedmontese winery based in Monforte d'Alba, renowned for the Barolo Riserva "Monfortino" and for the crus associated with the Cascina Francia vineyard; a benchmark of the classic Barolo tradition.

Region: Piemonte

Country: Italia

Grapes: Nebbiolo, Barbera, Dolcetto, Freisa

Monfortino: the estate's historic Reserve and symbol. Cascina Francia: a benchmark vineyard for Barolo and Barbera. Production focused on tradition: long macerations and aging in large casks. Family-owned winery with generational succession.

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Winery history

The Conterno family has been connected to the Langhe for generations. The "Monfortino" bottling has become an icon of the estate, and the practice of bottling Barolo Riserva has documented historical roots. Over the years the estate has strengthened its ties to the Cascina Francia vineyard, and management has passed from generation to generation to the family's current steward.

Production philosophy

Traditional approach in the vineyard and the cellar, with a strong focus on expressing each individual cru: extended fermentations and macerations, use of large traditional casks for ageing, and reluctance to rush the winemaking schedule. The estate favours patience and disciplined vineyard care to produce long-lived wines.

Terroir and vineyards

The estate operates in the heart of the Langhe, with vineyards and holdings between Monforte d'Alba and Serralunga d'Alba. The Cascina Francia vineyard has historically been at the center of its most prestigious production and supplies grapes for the area's typical Barolo and Barbera.