2017 - Barbera d'Alba Francia, Giacomo Conterno

Country: Italy |
Region: Piedmont |
Appellation: Barbera d'Alba |
Producer: Giacomo Conterno |
Colour: Red |
ABV: 15.5% |

Tasting Notes

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Vinous Antonio Galloni - 01 Mar 20
Conterno's 2017 Barbera d'Alba Francia is super-expressive and explosive, with soaring perfume and deep, plush fruit. Lavender, mint, spice and a core of inky, plush fruit all develop in the glass. In tasting, the Francia has a vertical lift to it that is compelling. The 2017 has tremendous aromatic and structural intensity that will start to blossom in another few years' time.
Drinking Date: 2022 - 2037