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Conterno Fantino

Lifelong friends Claudio Conterno and Guido Fantino founded their winery Conterno-Fantino in 1982. In 1994, they built a new modern winery atop the hill of Monforte d’Alba, with stunning views of the Alps.

The Wines

Langhe Rosso 'Monprà'

Barolo Castelletto 'Vigna Pressenda'

Barolo Mosconi 'Vigna Ped'

Barolo Ginestra 'Vigna Sorì Ginestra'

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Langhe Rosso 'Monprà'

Classic Rosso from the Langhe made from 50% Nebbiolo and 50% Barbera grapes from the Ginestra and Bussia estates. Inviting, exuberant Barbera-influenced bouquet of raspberry jam, dark fruits, leather, tar and tobacco. Deep, plump and very inviting, drinkable and lush. Very accessible even when young.

quick facts

APPELLATION: Langhe Rosso DOCG
VINTAGE: 2017
STYLE: Red
GRAPE: Nebbiolo & Barbera
FARMING: Organic
FERMENTATION: stainless steel
MATURATION: Oak
FILTRATION: None
ALCOHOL: 13%
CASE SIZE: 6

Barolo Castelletto 'Vigna Pressenda'

Vigna Pressenda is found in the Castelletto district of Barolo. It is Conterno Fantino’s newest addition to their range of top-quality wines. The vineyard was already recognized for excellence through its past winemakers, and now we’ve seen that Conterno Fantino has only improved it. The vineyard is 350-370 meters (1,150-1,214 feet) above sea level and is southeast-facing. The wines are most similar to Vigna del Gris, and are somewhat lighter, perfumed and refined. The oldest vines were planted in 1969.

quick facts

APPELLATION: Barolo castelletto DOCG
VINTAGE: 2015
STYLE: red
GRAPE: Nebbiolo
FARMING: Organic
FERMENTATION: stainless steel
MATURATION: Oak
FILTRATION: None
ALCOHOL: 14%
CASE SIZE: 6

Barolo 'Mosconi Vigna Ped'

Conterno Fantino's 2018 Barolo Mosconi "Vigna Ped" is made from the Mosconi cru, located between 360 and 380 metres above sea level in the municipality of Monforte d'Alba. These south-facing vines, planted partly in 1960 and partly in 1999, rest on a soil composed of silt, clay and sand.

The grapes are harvested and sorted by hand. Maceration in stainless steel tanks for 12 to 15 days. Fermentation with wild yeast. Aged for 20 to 24 months in French oak barrels.

quick facts

APPELLATION: Barolo Mosconi DOC
VINTAGE: 2016
STYLE: red
GRAPE: nebbiolo
FARMING: Organic
FERMENTATION: stainless steel
MATURATION: oak
FILTRATION: None
ALCOHOL: 14%
CASE SIZE: 6

Barolo Ginestra 'Vigna Sorì Ginestra'

Sori` Ginestra is Conterno Fantino’s flagship wine. The vineyard is located in the Ginestra district on one of the most important hills in Monforte, if not Barolo itself. It is the thoroughbred of Barolos, and fully reflects its terroir. Located 340 meters (1,115 feet) above sea level, it absolutely benefits from southern exposure, which affords the vines warm sunlight from morning to night. The soil is not sandy, but a bit more compact. The wines from this vineyard are bigger, with much more body, structure, and tannins. The older part of this vineyard was planted in 1971, giving the wine its unique elegance and complexity.

quick facts

APPELLATION: Barolo Ginestra DOCG
VINTAGE: 2016
STYLE: red
GRAPE: nebbiolo
FARMING: Organic
FERMENTATION: stainless steel
MATURATION: oak
FILTRATION: None
ALCOHOL: 14.5%
CASE SIZE: 6

Conterna Fantino

Lifelong friends Claudio Conterno and Guido Fantino founded their winery Conterno-Fantino in 1982. In 1994, they built a new modern winery atop the hill of Monforte d’Alba, with stunning views of the Alps. The Conterno-Fantino style is modern, with short macerations and barrique ageing. Expect power and backbone supporting the trademark texture, elegance and freshness.