Paolo Conterno 'Riva del Bric' Barolo, Piedmont, Italy 2019
Pickup available at DECANT Napa - 2999 Solano, Napa, CA
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DECANT Napa - 2999 Solano, Napa, CA
2999 Solano Avenue
Ste A
Napa CA 94558
United States
Founded in 1886 by Paolo Conterno, the estate is now managed by Giorgio Conterno, representing the fifth generation of winemakers. The winery is renowned for its traditional approach, including extended macerations and long aging in large casks, producing wines that reflect the excellence of the Ginestra cru.
- WINEMAKER: Giorgio Conterno
- FARMING: Sustainable practices
- VARIETY: 100% Nebbiolo
- TERROIR: Sourced from 35-year-old vines planted in calcareous clay soils in the best-exposed area of Ginestra, with south and southeast exposures at elevations between 300-350 meters.
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested near the end of October; fermentation and maceration for almost three weeks.
- AGING: Matured for 30-36 months in 35-hectoliter French oak casks, followed by an additional 6-12 months in bottle.
- TASTING NOTES: Typical garnet red color. The bouquet is packed with floral and fruity aromas. The wine has an elegant, robust body, nicely soft on the finish, showing hints of cherries and wild berries.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Red meats and game, sirloin steak, roast kid, mature hard cheeses.
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SCORES:
- 93 points – Jeb Dunnuck (May 2023)
- 93 points – Wine Advocate (August 2023)
- 92 points – James Suckling (October 2023)
- 90 points – Wine Spectator (April 2024): "Though a bit rigid, this red features cherry, black currant, iron, and leafy underbrush flavors. Light-bodied, this is sustained by a layer of firm, dusty tannins. Best from 2025 through 2038. 1,666 cases made, 500 cases imported."
Founded in 1886 by Paolo Conterno, the estate is now managed by Giorgio Conterno, representing the fifth generation of winemakers. The winery is renowned for its traditional approach, including extended macerations and long aging in large casks, producing wines that reflect the excellence of the Ginestra cru.
- WINEMAKER: Giorgio Conterno
- FARMING: Sustainable practices
- VARIETY: 100% Nebbiolo
- TERROIR: Sourced from 35-year-old vines planted in calcareous clay soils in the best-exposed area of Ginestra, with south and southeast exposures at elevations between 300-350 meters.
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested near the end of October; fermentation and maceration for almost three weeks.
- AGING: Matured for 30-36 months in 35-hectoliter French oak casks, followed by an additional 6-12 months in bottle.
- TASTING NOTES: Typical garnet red color. The bouquet is packed with floral and fruity aromas. The wine has an elegant, robust body, nicely soft on the finish, showing hints of cherries and wild berries.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Red meats and game, sirloin steak, roast kid, mature hard cheeses.
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SCORES:
- 93 points – Jeb Dunnuck (May 2023)
- 93 points – Wine Advocate (August 2023)
- 92 points – James Suckling (October 2023)
- 90 points – Wine Spectator (April 2024): "Though a bit rigid, this red features cherry, black currant, iron, and leafy underbrush flavors. Light-bodied, this is sustained by a layer of firm, dusty tannins. Best from 2025 through 2038. 1,666 cases made, 500 cases imported."
Founded in 1886 by Paolo Conterno, the estate is now managed by Giorgio Conterno, representing the fifth generation of winemakers. The winery is renowned for its traditional approach, including extended macerations and long aging in large casks, producing wines that reflect the excellence of the Ginestra cru.
- WINEMAKER: Giorgio Conterno
- FARMING: Sustainable practices
- VARIETY: 100% Nebbiolo
- TERROIR: Sourced from 35-year-old vines planted in calcareous clay soils in the best-exposed area of Ginestra, with south and southeast exposures at elevations between 300-350 meters.
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested near the end of October; fermentation and maceration for almost three weeks.
- AGING: Matured for 30-36 months in 35-hectoliter French oak casks, followed by an additional 6-12 months in bottle.
- TASTING NOTES: Typical garnet red color. The bouquet is packed with floral and fruity aromas. The wine has an elegant, robust body, nicely soft on the finish, showing hints of cherries and wild berries.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Red meats and game, sirloin steak, roast kid, mature hard cheeses.
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SCORES:
- 93 points – Jeb Dunnuck (May 2023)
- 93 points – Wine Advocate (August 2023)
- 92 points – James Suckling (October 2023)
- 90 points – Wine Spectator (April 2024): "Though a bit rigid, this red features cherry, black currant, iron, and leafy underbrush flavors. Light-bodied, this is sustained by a layer of firm, dusty tannins. Best from 2025 through 2038. 1,666 cases made, 500 cases imported."
Founded in 1886 by Paolo Conterno, the estate is now managed by Giorgio Conterno, representing the fifth generation of winemakers. The winery is renowned for its traditional approach, including extended macerations and long aging in large casks, producing wines that reflect the excellence of the Ginestra cru.
- WINEMAKER: Giorgio Conterno
- FARMING: Sustainable practices
- VARIETY: 100% Nebbiolo
- TERROIR: Sourced from 35-year-old vines planted in calcareous clay soils in the best-exposed area of Ginestra, with south and southeast exposures at elevations between 300-350 meters.
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested near the end of October; fermentation and maceration for almost three weeks.
- AGING: Matured for 30-36 months in 35-hectoliter French oak casks, followed by an additional 6-12 months in bottle.
- TASTING NOTES: Typical garnet red color. The bouquet is packed with floral and fruity aromas. The wine has an elegant, robust body, nicely soft on the finish, showing hints of cherries and wild berries.
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Red meats and game, sirloin steak, roast kid, mature hard cheeses.
-
SCORES:
- 93 points – Jeb Dunnuck (May 2023)
- 93 points – Wine Advocate (August 2023)
- 92 points – James Suckling (October 2023)
- 90 points – Wine Spectator (April 2024): "Though a bit rigid, this red features cherry, black currant, iron, and leafy underbrush flavors. Light-bodied, this is sustained by a layer of firm, dusty tannins. Best from 2025 through 2038. 1,666 cases made, 500 cases imported."