Franco Conterno

Giacomo Conterno

Riserva Monfortino Barolo Nebbiolo 1961

Forward aged fruit. Red cherry and sour cherry. Fruit breaking down a touch. Interesting rather than special. So much bottle variation here — a month ago

David Schachter
with David
Douglas, Jan and 4 others liked this

Poderi Aldo Conterno

Colonnello Bussia Barolo Nebbiolo 2006

Deep and rich. Tannic edges. Quite tightly held. Needs some time but serious stuff — 5 months ago

Peter NelsonGregg G
with Peter and Gregg
Ira, Tom and 6 others liked this

Poderi Aldo Conterno

Riserva Gran Bussia Barolo Nebbiolo 1985

Had high hopes as this wine/vintage was an absolute stunner 7-8 years ago when I last had a bottle but this one was a bit shagged (as my newly minted MW friend likes to say). Hoping it’s just this bottle, but maybe it’s peak has long past. Slightly maderized and very little fruit left. Thin. — 6 months ago

Scott@Mister, Andrew and 5 others liked this

Poderi Aldo Conterno

Il Favot Langhe Nebbiolo 2021

One of the best langhe nebbiolos I’ve had recently, especially for a relatively reasonable price on the list at Leon’s. And a great pairing with pork braciole as well. Lots of fruit, but still quite refined, with great texture and acid. Quite pretty and delicious. — 7 months ago

Dave, Tom and 7 others liked this

Giacomo Conterno

Vigna Francia Barbera d'Alba 2022

Just getting better and better — 8 months ago

Dave, Tegan and 9 others liked this

Giacomo Conterno

Francia Barolo Nebbiolo 2012

Ripping. Always enjoy this Barolo. It’s mature and deep. With long murky finish but it is also bright and lively. It’s such a vibrant wine. In its prime drinking window. Enjoy!! — 9 months ago

Scott@Mister, Tom and 11 others liked this

Nino Franco

Rustico Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore

This is a lovely prosecco that I can actually enjoy on its own rather than in an amaro spritz or mimosa. Effusive nose with nice citrus and floral aromas. Lemon bar, florals, and hints of almond praline on the palate, and the bubbles provide a creamy mouthfeel. Good finish with lingering floral notes. — 3 months ago

Tom, Ed and 2 others liked this

Giacomo Conterno

Cascina Francia Barolo Nebbiolo 2009

Medium ruby , medium wide garnet rim . Quite open and exuberante , lots of sweet red cherry, raspberry and touch of menthol and sweet spices, hickory . Quite sweet profile. On the palate this has nice spice and menthol hints , sweet red cherry fruit , ripe tannins , but with good grip, quite gritty with good length . Balanced acidity , touch of alcohol noticeable . Overall quite sweetly red fruit focussed , pure and expressive. This is showing quite well , though still young and fruit focused. Probably better in 3-5 years and will continue to show well over the next 10 years or so . — 5 months ago

Scott@Mister, Tom and 5 others liked this

Poderi Aldo Conterno

Conca Tre Pile Barbera d'Alba 2021

2021 vintage. Last tasted 1.9.25 (9.3). Did indeed pick up extra for the resto and down to 1-2 bottles left. PNP. Still beyond solid for the price. It you find this vintage retail and it is $50 or below, you'd better pick it up or I'll call the federales/gendarmes/polizia/po po myself. — 6 months ago

Neil, Ted and 10 others liked this

Poderi Aldo Conterno

Bussia Soprana Barolo Nebbiolo 1982

Lovely Barolo from a ripe vintage really showed well after being decanted for an hour. — 8 months ago

Ira and Shay liked this

Poderi Aldo Conterno

Gran Bussia Barolo Nebbiolo 2000

This one had good bones but the slightest hint of vinegar on both the nose and palate - and the telltale orange rim in the glass. Drinkable but maybe just OTH and couldn’t measure up to the previous reds — 9 months ago

Paul liked this

Poderi Aldo Conterno

Cicala Barolo Nebbiolo 2001

Very powerful Barolo. Modern style — 3 years ago

Peter, Dick and 14 others liked this

Conterno Fantino

Sorì Ginestra Barolo Nebbiolo 2009

Jeremy Shanker
9.5

Best CF barolo I’ve had. On fire. — 4 months ago

Jay and David liked this

Giacomo Conterno

Cerretta Barolo Nebbiolo 2011

Medium ruby , medium wide garnet rim . Quite open and exuberante , lots of sweet red cherry, raspberry and touch of menthol and sweet spices, hickory . Quite sweet profile. On the palate this has nice spice and menthol hints , sweet red cherry fruit , ripe tannins , but with good grip, quite gritty with good length . Balanced acidity , touch of alcohol noticeable . Overall quite sweetly red fruit focussed , pure and expressive. This is showing quite well , though still young and fruit focused. Probably better in 3-5 years and will continue to show well over the next 10 years or so . — 5 months ago

Tom, Somm and 1 other liked this

Poderi Aldo Conterno

Bussia Cicala Barolo Nebbiolo 2007

Pretty and light. Cherry and lifted raspberry. Light — 5 months ago

Peter NelsonGregg G
with Peter and Gregg
Ira, Tom and 4 others liked this

Franco Fiorina

Barolo Nebbiolo 1961

Somm David T
9.4

Perhaps the most interesting & intriguing older wine/Barolo I’ve had in memory. It showed its tannin profile and fruit. Tart and just gently sweet cherries, tomato leaf, soft, almost sweet tarriness, light tobacco & leather. Group intrigue. Special.

Happy birthday to me.
— 6 months ago

Jay, Ira and 9 others liked this

Giacomo Conterno

Barolo Nebbiolo

A huge treat. Just exquisite. — 7 months ago

Dave, Ted and 4 others liked this

Franco Serra

Barolo Nebbiolo 2021

2021 vintage. Dusty and plummy for the duration with a decent, tannic doorstop that just won't budge. 1.9.26. — 9 months ago

Ted, Tegan and 12 others liked this

Conterno Fantino

Vignota Barbera d'Alba 2022

On the nose, this is bright blackberry, raspberry, and foreboding char... On the palate, this becomes all cranberry to me... Concentrated... Juicy... Acidic... Refreshing... Leather... Tannins are just carpet-level... Bright all the way theough a long finish... Cocoa? I love a great Barbera and I chose this wine as a pairing for a Carbonara pasta dish I was making... I thought this was an outstanding pairing nicely cutting through the oiliness of the dish, playing well with the egg, and honestly the length here made it a great sipper between tastes of the pasta. Loved it. — 2 years ago