Conterno Fantino, Barolo Castelleto Pressenda other_regions_italy This extremely promising and stylish

This extremely promising and stylish effort will need to develop better depth to merit the upper end of my projected range but if it does this could be brilliant

soft textures and overall amplitude

yet with a refreshing finish

floral notes and cassis nuances

full and powerful medium-bodied flavors brimming with dry extract

Conterno Fantino, Barolo Castelleto Pressenda other_regions_italy This extremely promising and stylishThe 2013 Barolo Castelletto Vigna Pressenda sees fruit sourced from the middle part of the Castelletto vineyard where there is a mix of lighter, sandy soils. These loose soils have impacted the wine's distinct character. The bouquet is subdued and graceful. Overall, there is less primary fruit intensity. Instead, the aromas veer towards ethereal tones of licorice, dry hazelnut and medicinal herb. The mouthfeel, on the other hand, is very direct and