Conterno-Fantino Barolo Vigna del Gris 2004

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A ruby to garnet gem with complex bouquet of berry fruit, brier rose, tobacco, subtle goudron and licorice confirmed on the rich, full, elegant, lingering palate. Slightly more forward than Sorì Ginestra.
Category Red Wine
Varietal
Country Italy
Region Piedmont
Appellation Barolo
Brand Conterno-Fantino
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Wine AdvocateConterno-Fantino's 2004 Barolo Vigna del Gris offers an enticing array of floral aromatics that lead to sensations of candied cherries, small red fruits, spices and marzipan. With air, this sensual, feminine Barolo opens to reveal notable inner perfume and superb length. As is usually the case, the wine doesn-t quite have the stuffing to balance its tannins and it does dry out just a bit on the finish, but it is nevertheless a gorgeous, gorgeous wine. In 2004 Vigna del Gris contains fruit from both old vines and a recently re-planted section of the vineyard. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2019.

Antonio Galloni, December 2007
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Wine SpectatorRose petal, lavender and ripe fruit aromas follow through to a full body, with chewy tannins and a medium finish. Has slightly austere tannins, but very good ripe fruit. Best after 2011.

James Suckling, June 15, 2008

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