2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 15.0%
Grape Varieties Nebbiolo, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Syrah
Drinking Window 2026-2032
Classification Langhe Rosso D.O.C.
Region Langhe
Harvest Dates Mid-October
Sites Bussia, Monforte d'Alba
Production Details The 2020–2022 importer specification states 8–10 days of maceration and alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel at 24–26°C, followed by several months in stainless steel and several months in oak casks.
Tasting Notes Wine Spectator: dark, ripe red with black cherry, blackberry, violet and sweet spice; fleshy and harmonious, with enough structure for short-term aging.
Critics Ratings 91
2021 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 15.0%
Grape Varieties Nebbiolo, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Syrah
Drinking Window 2025-2030
Classification Langhe Rosso D.O.C.
Region Langhe
Harvest Dates Mid-October
Sites Bussia, Monforte d'Alba
Production Details The 2020–2022 importer specification states 8–10 days of maceration and alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel at 24–26°C, followed by several months in stainless steel and several months in oak casks.
Tasting Notes Wine Spectator: deep color; black cherry, blackberry, violet and sweet spice; fresh, complex and harmonious, with focused lively acidity and a long finish.
Critics Ratings 92
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties Nebbiolo, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Syrah
Drinking Window 2025 onward
Classification Langhe Rosso D.O.C.
Region Langhe
Harvest Dates Mid-October
Sites Bussia, Monforte d'Alba
Production Details The 2020–2022 importer specification states 8–10 days of maceration and alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel at 24–26°C, followed by several months in stainless steel and several months in oak casks.
Tasting Notes James Suckling: deep color; barrel spice, black walnut, black cherry, peppercorn, licorice, bark and mushroom; supple entry followed by oak tannins and rich fruit, medium-to-full body and a long spicy finish.
Critics Ratings 92
2019 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.5%
Grape Varieties Nebbiolo, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Syrah
Classification Langhe
Region Langhe
Harvest Dates Mid-October
Tasting Notes Fleshy, with black cherry, black currant, tar, camphor and iron; solidly built and balanced, with a dense finish.
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Producer Information
Website
Address
Loc. Bussia, 48, 12065 Monforte d'Alba, Italy
Phone
+39 0173 78150
Owner
Franco, Stefano and Giacomo Conterno (sons of Aldo)
Cellarmaster
Franco, Stefano and Giacomo Conterno