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Giacomo Conterno Barolo Cerretta 2011

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Giacomo Conterno Barolo Cerretta 2011

$224.99

SKU 4516

750ml

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Category	Red Wine
Varietal	Nebbiolo
Region	Italy, Piedmont, Barolo
Brand	Giacomo Conterno
Alcohol/vol	15%

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Wine SpectatorA taut, linear style, with a solid structure keeping the cherry, licorice, tobacco and stone flavors in a firm grip. Though austere now, this has intensity and personality, ending with a long aftertaste of fruit and mineral. Best from 2019 through 2035.

Bruce Sanderson, April 30, 2016

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Wine EnthusiastNew leather, blue flower, raspberry and Mediterranean herb aromas emerge on this full-bodied, concentrated wine. The structured palate doles out creamy raspberry, juicy black cherry marinated in spirits, cinnamon and pipe tobacco alongside velvety tannins. A licorice note wraps up the warm, lingering finish. It's delicious and already surprisingly accessible.

Kerin O'Keefe, September 1, 2016

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