Franco Conterno Pietrin, Barolo DOCG, Italy 2019 Gevrey Chambertin Intense red fruit

Intense red fruit

and plums being the most prominent

while umami aromas of balsamic and herbs provide depth and notes of cherry and orange peel add more tang

Its golden yellow color is sustained

structured and sapid

Franco Conterno Pietrin, Barolo DOCG, Italy 2019 Gevrey Chambertin Intense red fruitNebbiolo from Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy; fermented with native yeasts in old barrels, then raised for 24 months in neutral Slovenian oak, then 12 months in bottle before release; medium plus bodied and dry with notes of cherry lozenge, candied strawberry, overripe cranberry, red cherry, rose petals, with layers of tar, mushroom, dried star anise, black pepper, and vanilla spice, with oaky undertones, medium plus to high acidity, chalky tannins, and