Conterno Fantino Barolo Sori Ginestra 2008
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Conterno Fantino Barolo Sori Ginestra 2008
Nebbiolo from Piedmont, Italy
ratings pedigree (past vintages):
winemaker's notes:
Deep garnet with ruby hues. It has a rich, fruity and persistent bouquet of rose petals, brushwood and berries. Full-bodied, luscious and austere on the palate.
critical acclaim:
"Bright, deep red. Ripe, minerally aromas of cherry liqueur, spun sugar, mocha, flowers and sweet oak. Wonderfully fat, sweet, creamy and full, especially in the context of this vintage. Saturates the palate with a wave of raspberry, mocha and truffle flavors. Remarkably showy already but this should be a cellar treasure. Finishes with extremely refined tannins and outstanding length. A baby today, even if its high quality is easy to see. Guido Fantino describes 2008 as 'an unbelievable vintage, with a near-perfect vegetative cycle, and perfect day-night temperature differences.'
Rating: 96(+?)"
96 Points
International Wine Cellar
"The 2008 Barolo Sori Ginestra is the most complete of these 2008s. An exotic melange of plums, black cherries, menthol, spices and licorice takes shape in the glass. The 2008 Ginestra impresses for its textural depth, richness and aromatic nuance. Layers of fruit build towards the sweeping finish in this multi-dimensional, textured Barolo. Ginestra is one of the great sites in Barolo. The 2008 captures all of the magic. This is the most refined, polished young Sori Ginestra I have ever tasted. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2028."
95 Points
The Wine Advocate
"Round, rich and succulent, featuring cherry, plum, eucalyptus and black tea notes, this boasts a solid spine of tannins, remaining fresh and lingering on the tea- and spice-filled finish. Best from 2014 through 2028."
93 Points
Wine Spectator
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