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Conterno Fantino Barolo Vigna del Gristext
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16¾/20

Conterno Fantino Barolo Vigna del Gris 2003

Castiglione Falletto, Cuneo, Piedmont, ItalyFrom a sandier portion of Sori Ginestra vineyard and aged in 100% new barrique. Olive, vanilla, coffee, strawberry, balsamic, tar, peppery, smoky floral nose. Dry, elegant, tannic and tight palate. Coffee, vanilla, smoky, strawberry, cherry flavours. Tight, young tannin finish with a touch of acidity poking through. Will need 3-6 years to integrate. Tasted: 07 February 2007Tasted by: Anthony Gismondi and Stuart TobePrices:
BC$39.00750mlestimated retail
Producer: Conterno FantinoDistributors: Cru Terroir Wines + Spirits Ltd.
Grape: Nebbiolo