Conterno, Paolo - Paolo Conterno Riva del Bric Barolo 2011 750ml (750ml)

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Producer	Conterno, Paolo
Country	Italy
Region	Piemonte
Varietal	Nebbiolo
Vintage	2011
Sku	RD9274
Size	750ml

 

The 2011 Barolo Riva del Bric opens with vivid aromas of blackberry, burnt orange peel, sanguine herbs, dried rose and forest floor, graced by a hint of menthol and iron‑rich earth. On the palate it delivers ripe dark‑fruit intensity—black cherry and plum layered with graphite and mineral tension—while maintaining bright acidity and finely chalky tannins that provide structure and lift. A warm vintage frame lends seductive power, yet the wine remains balanced and elegant, thanks to the steep, well‑draining Riva del Bric slope. Mid‑palate notes of licorice, tobacco leaf and spice add depth, and the finish is long, savory, and precise. Altogether, this is a serious wine built for ageing yet already offering compelling complexity today.

Paolo Conterno is a distinguished family‑run winery in Monforte d’Alba, at the heart of Barolo’s hallowed terroir. Their vineyards—including the Ginestra and Riva del Bric cru sites—are planted high on limestone‑rich soils, enabling grapes of intensity and refinement. Each parcel is managed meticulously: low yields, hand‑harvest, native‑yeast fermentation, and ageing in large casks keep focus on clarity, balance and longevity. The estate’s top wines are site‑specific, crafted only in the finest years, and they’ve earned growing recognition among collectors for their emerging pedigree. Paolo Conterno’s commitment lies in terroir authenticity, combining traditional methods with elevated craftsmanship to forge Barolos of enduring power and elegance.