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Winery: Poderi Aldo Conterno

Country / Region: Italy / Barbaresco, Piedmont

Date Winery was established: 1969

Alcohol / Volume: 13% - 14.5% / 750ml

Grape Variety: Barbera

First Vintage Released: 1969

Ratings: 90 pts Wine Spectator

Decanting Time: Decant for 1 hour. Serve at 12 - 15°C

Our suggestion for decanting time is based on bottles we tried at Txanton in 2020. We guarantee that Txanton stocks are imported and maintained in proper storage within the correct temperature and humidity suitable for wine.

Good To Know: Highly regarded as one of the greatest Barolo producers in Piedmont, the late Aldo Conterno (who passed away recently in 2012) has produced highly sought after and critically acclaimed wines during his lifetime. Apart from his well decorated career in winemaking, Aldo Conterno is also considered to be a Barolo modernist especially when compared alongside his brother Giovanni who is geared towards the tradional style of the Giacommo Conterno estate.

The Poderi Aldo Conterno Barbera Conca Tre Pile 2017 is bountifully ripe on the nose with luscious notes of crushed red cherries and wild blueberries dominating the aromas. The palate is elegantly structured with great balance between fruit and acidity. Nuances of dried herb mingle together with notes of strawberry compote and wild cherry jam. Undertones of licorice are also evident mid palate. The finish is fresh and pure, laden with silky tannins and afternotes of fresh red berries and baking spice.

Poderi Aldo Conterno was founded in 1969 when Aldo Conterno purchased the Favot estate with along with its prized Bussia holdings. Eight years prior to his purchase, he had managed Giacomo Conterno together with his brother, Giovanni, but left to carve his own path with a more modern approach to his wines.Today, the estate is managed and led by his three sons: Franco, Stefano and Giacomo.