Conterno Fantino, Barolo Castelleto Pressenda other_regions_italy cherries and earth

cherries and earth

but I like the overall sense of harmony and balance

is very direct and pointed

floral notes and cassis nuances

This extremely promising and stylish effort will need to develop better depth to merit the upper end of my projected range but if it does this could be brilliant

Conterno Fantino, Barolo Castelleto Pressenda other_regions_italy cherries and earthThe 2013 Barolo Castelletto Vigna Pressenda sees fruit sourced from the middle part of the Castelletto vineyard where there is a mix of lighter, sandy soils. These loose soils have impacted the wine's distinct character. The bouquet is subdued and graceful. Overall, there is less primary fruit intensity. Instead, the aromas veer towards ethereal tones of licorice, dry hazelnut and medicinal herb. The mouthfeel, on the other hand, is very direct and