Giacomo Conterno's Barolo Arione 2017, from Piedmont, is a magnificent expression. Intense garnet red, it offers aromas of rose, licorice, and spices. Powerful on the palate with fine tannins and a persistent finish. Ideal with roasts and aged cheeses, a great aging wine.
Italy - Piedmont Dry Red Wine DOCG Nebbiolo 100%
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Colour
Intense garnet red with orange reflections.
Bouquet
Intense and complex, notes of dried rose, violet, licorice, truffle, sweet spices.
Taste
Structured, powerful, fine yet firm tannins, elegant acidity. Persistent with hints of ripe red fruit and undergrowth.
Alcohol content
14-14.5% vol.
Type of glass
Large Barolo or Burgundy glass.
Pairings
Roasted and braised red meats, game, truffle, aged cheeses.
Refinement
Long aging in large Slavonian oak barrels (4-5 years), followed by bottle rest.
Vinification
Fermentation in steel vats with long maceration. Malolactic fermentation completed.