Conterno, Giacomo - Giacomo Conterno Barbera Vigna Francia 2017 750ml (750ml)

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Producer	Conterno, Giacomo
Country	Italy
Region	Piemonte
Varietal	Barbera
Vintage	2017
Sku	RD10743
Size	750ml

 

The Barbera d’Alba Vigna Francia 2017 is a powerful yet impeccably controlled expression of Barbera from a warm, concentrated vintage. The nose is deep and intense, revealing black cherry, ripe plum, violet, and subtle notes of graphite and spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and structured, with Barbera’s natural acidity providing tension and balance to its dense fruit core. Flavors of dark berries, licorice, and savory mineral tones unfold with precision and authority. The texture is muscular yet disciplined, avoiding excess despite the vintage’s richness. The finish is long, firm, and resonant—an exceptional Barbera built for aging, showcasing Giacomo Conterno’s uncompromising vision and the grandeur of Vigna Francia.

Giacomo Conterno is one of Piedmont’s most revered and uncompromising estates, universally regarded as a benchmark for traditional Langhe winemaking. Based in Monforte d’Alba, the Conterno family has long championed long macerations, extended aging, and absolute fidelity to vineyard expression. Their philosophy rejects shortcuts and modern embellishment, favoring patience, rigor, and transparency. While famed for Barolo Monfortino, Giacomo Conterno treats Barbera with the same seriousness and discipline. The Francia vineyard, one of the estate’s most iconic sites, provides depth, structure, and unmistakable identity. Wines from this parcel are crafted for longevity and profound expression, regardless of variety.