Conterno Fantino BAROLO DOCG MOSCONI VIGNA PED 2020

Region: Piedmont, Italy
Appellation: Barolo DOCG
Grapes: 100% Nebbiolo
Vineyard: Vigna Ped, located on the Mosconi hill in Monforte d’Alba (~400m altitude)

🏅 Ratings & Reviews

• James Suckling: 92 points

• Vinous: 91 points

• Wine Advocate / Spectator: Typically range between 94–96 pts

• Aging potential: 15–20 years (drink now through ~2045)

🌿 Tasting Notes

• Aromas: Cherry liqueur, licorice, toasted oak, dark rye bread

• Palate: Rich and full-bodied with dark berry fruit, leather, tobacco, spices, firm tannins, and mineral notes

• Texture: Deep, structured, with a long and powerful finish

🪵 Aging & Winemaking

• Aged ~24 months in new French oak barriques

• Bottled with minimal filtration

🍽 Food Pairing

• Grilled red meats

• Game (venison, wild boar)

• Mature hard cheeses

• Rich meat-based pasta dishes