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Online-Only Auction, 20 - 27 September 2021
Wine
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About this Item
Poderi Aldo Conterno is a Piedmont producer known for its wines from the best parcels of the Bussia vineyard in Monforte d'Alba. Aldo Conterno, who died in 2012, was regarded by many as the greatest of all Barolo winemakers. The business was founded in 1969 when Aldo bought the Favot estate with its Bussia holdings. For the previous eight years, he had managed Giacomo Conterno with his brother, but left to make wines in a less resolutely traditionalist environment. The estate is now run by his three sons.
Critics Ratings
‘This is rich and expressive, with notes of vanilla and spice shading the cherry, leather and tobacco flavors. Shows backbone and grip on the finish, presenting a lingering aftertaste of sweet fruit, menthol and spice. Best from 2019 through 2033.’ - Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator, 92/100 (Dec 2015)
‘Combining power and finesse, this superb Barolo has subtle aromas of ripe berry, anise, leather and menthol. The taut, full-bodied palate is still young, showing rich black cherry, white pepper, clove, chopped herb and licorice alongside youthfully bracing tannins that need time to unwind. Drink 2019–2036.’ - Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, 94/100 (Oct 2015)
Provenance
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