1999: Yeah. Outstanding 25-year old Barolo still an explosion of Nebbiolo flavor. Brick color but plenty of depth, with strawberry fruit well-balanced by typical leather and tar. A treat now, and wouldn’t wait any longer. — a year ago
In a great spot right now. — 8 days ago
An experience. Intense morello and crimson fruit with lithe structure and a mushroomy edge. Memorable meal. — 4 months ago
This boy ready to drink! (Yes you could age it another freaking 20, but I lean more towards the fresher fun side of barolo.) Where as Mascarello is delicate and ethereal , Conterno is a decisive power house. And at the right moment can be sublime and uniquely aromatic. High toned with structured tannins it was a perfect wine for braised lamb necks and olives. Even Madi was blown away as the wine opened up and offered some serious cherry and velvety tar. And then there was the finish. Jesus. Lasting an eternity. Making you want another sip.
At Chi Spacca with Madi — 3 years ago
Not as dry as expected, satisfying fruity roses. — 2 months ago
A serious balsamicy bottling that needs air and food. Critically hard to beat. — 4 months ago
I might have had three glasses of this before I realized others at the table might want some of it. — 9 months ago
Jeff Simpson
Tar and roses. Soft yet anvil hard. Red brick dust. Anis. Power & subtlety. — 14 days ago