Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 2012 Barolo DOCG (Magnum)

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97/100 Pts Antonio Galloni – The 2012 Barolo Francia is wonderfully expressive today. Much more open than the Barolo Cerretta tasted alongside it, the Francia bristles with energy. Floral and mineral overtones add to an impression of brightness, yet there is plenty of underlying tannin and overall structure. In 2012, Roberto Conterno did not bottle his flagship Barolo Monfortino. Instead, the cask that would have been destined for Monfortino was blended into the Francia. Historically, that decision has often resulted in a 'super Francia.' It will be interesting to see if the 2012 gains volume and depth in aging. I have to say, the wine is surprisingly accessible in the early going, although it has just been bottled and is likely to close down at some point. All the promise the 2012 showed in cask comes through loud and clear.

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Producer Information: Giacomo Conterno

The Langhe area of Italy’s Piedmont region is one of the more staggeringly beautiful wine producing regions in the world. Roberto Conterno, now at the helm of Giacomo Conterno, is firmly rooted in this land as were his father, grandfather and great grandfather before him. The estate produces some of the most sought after Barberas and Barolos in all Piedmont.

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