Giacomo Conterno, Barolo, Cascina Francia 2016 Jennie A terrific example of aged

A terrific example of aged Bandol at its peak

they came together as though making two halves of this place

this wine is often cited by collectors as a surprising survivor that retains elegance and vitality despite its advanced age

smoke and licorice are some of the many notes that shape the majestic

Baquey comes from its eponymous lieu-dit and has some serious ageworthy potential

Giacomo Conterno, Barolo, Cascina Francia 2016 Jennie A terrific example of agedReceived in Original Carton 97 Points Vinous Conternos 2016 Barolo Francia is effusive, with a real sense of expansiveness that gives the wine breadth. Sage, mint, cedar, tobacco and strong mineral accents complement a core of dark fruit in a Barolo of real gravitas. Just bottled a few months ago, the 2016 is going through a very rare period of approachability (in relative terms). It will almost certainly shut down within the next few months. Readers