Conterno, Giacomo - Giacomo Conterno Barolo Francia 2021 750ml (750ml)

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Producer	Conterno, Giacomo
Country	Italy
Region	Piemonte
Subregion	Cuneo
Varietal	Nebbiolo
Vintage	2021
Sku	RD13377
Size	750ml

 

The 2021 Barolo Francia is a stunningly composed and powerful expression of Serralunga terroir, showcasing the purity and structure that define both the vineyard and the Conterno style. The 2021 vintage is considered exceptional—marked by balance, finesse, and ideal harvest conditions. The wine is made from 100% Nebbiolo, vinified with long maceration and aged in large Slavonian botti for several years. In the glass, it reveals a complex, slowly unfurling bouquet of red cherry, crushed rose, orange peel, anise, iron, and subtle balsamic notes. On the palate, it is full-bodied and firm, with tightly woven tannins, vibrant acidity, and a deep mineral core. The finish is long, vertical, and etched with notes of dried herbs, blood orange, and savory spice. While more accessible in youth than Monfortino, Francia 2021 remains a wine built for long-term cellaring—best from 2028 to 2045+. A monumental Barolo that pairs equally well with braised meats or thoughtful contemplation i

Cantina Conterno began in 1908 when Grandfather Giovanni Conterno started making wines. While not technically labeled Monfortino at the time, the now legendary riserva was born in 1915 when Giovanni placed emphasis on premium quality Barolo made only in great vintages with long fermentation and aging periods to create the best aging potential. This philosophy was inherited and taken to astronomical heights by his son Giacomo. The Conternos managed to stay afloat and even prosper over the years thanks to the Italian tradition of giving Barolo as a prestigious Christmas gift (the practice was quelled when Champagne became an international symbol for celebration): like just a few other producers, they had substantial orders from the likes of Fiat and Pirelli to feed their success. When his own work was done and the family operation had reached great heights, in the early sixties, Giacomo decided to pass the winery to his sons, Giovanni and Aldo. The credo they were taught: â