{"title":"Poderi Aldo Conterno Wines","description":"\u003cp\u003eFew names command greater respect in Barolo than Poderi Aldo Conterno. Established by Aldo Conterno in 1969 in the celebrated Bussia vineyards of Monforte d'Alba, this legendary Piedmont estate has become synonymous with powerful, elegant, and exceptionally age-worthy Nebbiolo. From the iconic Barolo Bussia to the distinguished single-vineyard expressions of Cicala, Colonnello, and Romirasco, along with the extraordinary Granbussia Riserva, the estate captures the depth and refinement of one of Italy's greatest wine regions. Explore SommSelect's curated collection of Poderi Aldo Conterno wines and discover the enduring legacy of one of Barolo's defining producers.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2023-poderi-aldo-conterno-chardonnay-bussiador-langhe","title":"2023 Poderi Aldo Conterno, Chardonnay \"Bussiador\" Langhe","description":"\u003cp\u003ePoderi Aldo Conterno, based in Monforte d'Alba, is widely considered one of the most legendary names in Italian winemaking. While world-renowned for their monumental Baroli, the estate's \"Bussiador\" Chardonnay demonstrates their mastery of white Burgundian-style winemaking in the heart of the Langhe. Sourced from estate vineyards in Bussia planted on calcareous marl soils, the grapes benefit from cool night airflow off the Maritime Alps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike traditional, light Italian whites, \"Bussiador\" is a serious, age-worthy, full-bodied white wine. The 2023 vintage underwent fermentation and 12 to 14 months of aging in 100% new French oak barriques with frequent lees stirring (bâtonnage). It delivers an opulent, velvety texture balanced by limestone-driven acidity, displaying ripe golden apples, poached pear, toasted hazelnut, vanilla bean, and crushed stone minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA premier, Burgundian-style luxury white wine from the legendary slopes of Bussia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew French oak barrique fermentation and lees stirring endow it with a rich, silky texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplex aromatics of Meyer lemon curd, grilled pineapple, brioche, and toasted almonds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding structure and acidity give it impressive 10+ year cellaring potential.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe slightly cooler than room temperature, between 52°F and 56°F, to let the oak and fruit integration shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecant for 20 minutes to allow the tight toasted oak and orchard fruit aromatics to open.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into Burgundy stems to channel its rich, broad-shouldered bouquet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent alongside butter-poached lobster, roasted chicken with morel cream sauce, or wild mushroom risotto.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Massanois LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47864975196214,"sku":"SOMM2609-ALD23BSD-750","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023PoderiAldoConterno_Chardonnay_Bussiador_Langhe.png?v=1793298493"},{"product_id":"2023-poderi-aldo-conterno-barbera-dalba-conca-tre-pile","title":"2023 Poderi Aldo Conterno, Barbera d'Alba \"Conca Tre Pile\"","description":"\u003cp\u003ePoderi Aldo Conterno of Monforte d'Alba is one of the defining estates of Piedmont, and its holdings in Bussia rank among the most prized vineyard land in the Langhe. \"Conca Tre Pile\" is a historic estate vineyard in Bussia, where 45- to 50-year-old Barbera vines thrive on steep, amphitheater-like slopes of calcareous clay and marl. The Conterno family treats this high-acid variety with the utmost care, practicing low yields to achieve maximum concentration and phenolic maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2023 vintage underwent controlled fermentation followed by 12 months of maturation in 100% new French oak barriques. This signature treatment tames Barbera's piercing natural acidity while wrapping its intense dark cherry fruit in a velvety, structural blanket of sweet wood spice, mocha, and graphite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSourced from 50-year-old vines in Bussia, demonstrating the upper limit of Barbera quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaturation in new French barriques provides a plush, luxurious mouthfeel and supple frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplodes with aromas of blackberry jam, black plum, sweet cocoa, espresso, and violet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlentiful natural acidity keeps this dense, concentrated red fresh and energetic on the finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe at cool room temperature, between 60°F and 63°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecant for 30 to 45 minutes to let the new oak integrate and release the dark berry fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into Burgundy stems to gather its intense dark berry and mocha perfume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with agnolotti del plin, slow-roasted pork shoulder, or pappardelle with wild boar ragù.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Aldo_Conterno_town.jpg?v=1780612269\" alt=\"2023 Poderi Aldo Conterno, Barbera d'Alba \u0026quot;Conca Tre Pile\u0026quot;\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Massanois LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47864975786038,"sku":"SOMM2609-ALD23CTP-750","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023PoderiAldoConterno_Barberad_Alba_ConcaTrePile.png?v=1793298670"},{"product_id":"2023-poderi-aldo-conterno-il-favot-langhe-nebbiolo","title":"2023 Poderi Aldo Conterno, \"Il Favot\" Langhe Nebbiolo","description":"\u003cp\u003ePoderi Aldo Conterno of Monforte d'Alba is among the most revered names in Barolo, a family estate whose Bussia holdings produce some of the most collected Nebbiolo in the world. \"Il Favot\" is crafted exclusively from young Nebbiolo vines grown on the estate's prized Barolo vineyards in Bussia, offering a first taste of that terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed after a historic plot, this wine acts as a modern bridge: it uses Barolo-grade fruit but ages for 18 months in 100% new French oak barriques rather than the traditional large Slavonian casks (botti). The 2023 \"Il Favot\" is a supple, approachable expression of Nebbiolo. The new barrique aging rounds off the grape's formidable young tannins, yielding a lush, deeply perfumed red filled with wild strawberries, red cherry, vanilla bean, cedar, dried rose petals, and subtle orange zest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSourced from young vines across Aldo Conterno's prestigious Barolo estate plots in Bussia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew French oak aging provides a modern, silky, and approachable Nebbiolo experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeductive aromatics of red fruits, sweet vanilla spice, violets, and crushed mint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a glimpse into the Bussia terroir without requiring decades of cellar aging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe at cool room temperature, between 60°F and 63°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecant for 45 minutes to allow the sweet wood spice and red fruit aromatics to integrate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into Burgundy stems to capture its high-toned floral perfume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with roasted duck breast, herb-crusted veal chops, or mushroom tagliatelle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Aldo_Conterno_winter.jpg?v=1780612267\" alt=\"Poderi Aldo Conterno\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Massanois LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47864976506934,"sku":"SOMM2609-ALD23FAV-750","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2023PoderiAldoConterno_Barberad_Alba_ConcaTrePile_21ffe37d-63e1-472b-9136-aaf38f0b906e.png?v=1793298803"},{"product_id":"2022-poderi-aldo-conterno-barolo-bussia","title":"2022 Poderi Aldo Conterno, Barolo \"Bussia\"","description":"\u003cp\u003ePoderi Aldo Conterno is synonymous with Bussia, one of the largest and most celebrated vineyard areas in Monforte d'Alba. The estate practices strict traditional winemaking for its Barolo line: long maceration on the skins followed by extended aging in large, neutral Slavonian oak casks (botti), letting site and vintage speak without the mask of new wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe classic Barolo \"Bussia\" is the core benchmark of the estate, blending Nebbiolo from several prime parcels within the Bussia MGA and aging it for 24 to 28 months in botti. The 2022 vintage yielded a rich, beautifully textured Bussia that balances power and elegance, offering red sour cherries, dried cranberries, orange peel, leather, tar, and crushed limestone, framed by firm, classic Nebbiolo tannins and vibrant natural acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Acclaim: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points, Kerin O'Keefe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\"\u003cspan class=\"citation-982\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-981 citation-982\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-981 citation-982 citation-984\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-981 citation-982 citation-983 citation-984 citation-end-984\"\u003eThe Aldo Conterno 2022 Barolo Bussia entices with scents of just-pressed grapes, wild strawberry, violet and dark culinary spice. On the full-bodied, accessible palate, licorice and ground clove accent a red cherry core before a note of bitter orange jumps in at t\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"11\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-981 citation-982 citation-983 citation-end-983\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"12\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-981 citation-982 citation-end-982\"\u003ehe end. It's well balanced and fresh, with taut, chalky tannins and tangy acidi\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"13\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-981 citation-end-981\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"14\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ety.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe quintessential classic Barolo from one of Monforte d'Alba's most legendary producers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraditional large Slavonian cask aging allows pure Bussia terroir and Nebbiolo fruit to shine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly complex nose of dried cherries, rose petals, pipe tobacco, and crushed rock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutstanding structure built for long-term evolution over 20+ years in the cellar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe at cool room temperature, between 60°F and 64°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend decanting for 1.5 to 2 hours in its youth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into Burgundy stems to give the intricate, savory bouquet room to expand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with Barolo-braised beef short ribs (brasato), roasted game, or truffle risotto.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Aldo_Conterno_estate_1_83dbd2c5-bf7e-438b-81e6-8fabd9e31471.jpg?v=1786360077\" alt=\"Poderi Aldo Conterno, Barolo\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Massanois LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47864976998454,"sku":"SOMM2609-ALD22BUS-750","price":119.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022PoderiAldoConterno_Barolo_Bussia.png?v=1793297514"},{"product_id":"2022-poderi-aldo-conterno-barolo-cicala","title":"2022 Poderi Aldo Conterno, Barolo \"Cicala\"","description":"\u003cp\u003ePoderi Aldo Conterno's single-vineyard Barolos are among the most sought-after wines in Piedmont, each drawn from a distinct parcel within the family's Bussia holdings in Monforte d'Alba. \"Cicala\" (meaning cicada) sits at roughly 400 meters on clay-heavy calcareous marl rich in iron and limestone. That soil, combined with vines averaging 45 to 50 years of age, produces the most muscular, tannic, and dark-fruited Barolo in the Aldo Conterno cru lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged traditionally for 24 to 28 months in large, neutral Slavonian oak casks, the 2022 \"Cicala\" is a powerhouse. It delivers a dense core of black cherries, dark plum, iron minerality, dried thyme, tobacco leaf, and tar, set on an immense, grippy tannic structure that demands patience in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points, Kerin O'Keefe:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\"\u003cspan class=\"citation-991\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-990 citation-991\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-990 citation-991 citation-993\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-990 citation-991 citation-992 citation-993 citation-end-993\"\u003eAromas of truffle, camphor and new leather form the nose along with oak-driven spice on the structured 2022 Barolo Bussia Cicala. Bold and intense, the palate features ripe Morello cherry, orange zest, vanilla, graphite and licorice alongside a backbone of close-grained tannins. A mineral note re\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-990 citation-991 citation-992 citation-end-992\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-990 citation-991\"\u003ecalling iron lingers on the finish.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-990 citation-991\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSourced from Cicala, famed for producing the most muscular and structured cru Barolo of Monforte.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep, dark fruit profile balanced by intense mineral earth and iron-like complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonumental aging capacity built to evolve over 25+ years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe at cool room temperature, between 60°F and 64°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe strongly recommend decanting for 2 to 3 hours if opening in its youth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into Burgundy stems to frame its massive, savory structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with roasted venison, wild boar stew, or long-aged Castelmagno.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Aldo_Conterno_estate_1_83dbd2c5-bf7e-438b-81e6-8fabd9e31471.jpg?v=1786360077\" alt='2022 Poderi Aldo Conterno, Barolo \"Cicala\"' style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Massanois LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47864977588278,"sku":"SOMM2609-ALD22CIC-750","price":229.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022PoderiAldoConterno_Barolo_Cicala.png?v=1793297937"},{"product_id":"2022-poderi-aldo-conterno-barolo-romirasco","title":"2022 Poderi Aldo Conterno, Barolo, Bussia \"Romirasco\"","description":"\u003cp\u003ePoderi Aldo Conterno sits in the top tier of Barolo producers, with bottles found in serious cellars alongside the greatest names of Burgundy and Bordeaux. \"Romirasco\" is the flagship of the estate's single-vineyard bottlings. Situated at the highest point of the family's Bussia holdings (nearly 420 meters), its 50- to 55-year-old vines are rooted in ancient, limestone-rich marl and chalk. Romirasco strikes an extraordinary balance, combining the muscular power of Cicala with an ethereal, highly perfumed elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2022 \"Romirasco\" spent 24 to 30 months aging in large Slavonian oak casks. The nose offers dried rose petals, dark raspberries, licorice, mint, camphor, and crushed chalk. The palate is seamless, regal, and multi-dimensional, framed by fine-grained tannins that coat the palate endlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points, Kerin O'Keefe: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBalsamic notes of camphor mingle with dark exotic spice, sun-warmed hay and tobacco on the impressive 2022 Barolo Bussia Romirasco. On the structured, delicious palate, notes of menthol, licorice and espresso accent a ripe Morello cherry core, supported by tightly knit, close-grained tannins. It closes on a salty mineral note reminiscent of iron.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe flagship single-vineyard Barolo from Aldo Conterno, representing the pinnacle of Bussia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines immense structural longevity with an ethereal, hauntingly complex perfume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayers of dark red berries, mint, eucalyptus, dried flowers, and chalky minerality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe at cool room temperature, between 60°F and 64°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe recommend decanting for 2 hours to allow this young wine to uncoil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into Burgundy stems to capture its expansive perfume.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with tajarin under shaved white truffle, braised beef, or roasted lamb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Aldo_Conterno_12.jpg?v=1780612278\" alt='2022 Poderi Aldo Conterno, Barolo, Bussia \"Romirasco\"' style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Massanois LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47864978178102,"sku":"SOMM2609-ALD22ROM-750","price":359.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022PoderiAldoConterno_Barolo_Romirasco.png?v=1793298305"},{"product_id":"2021-poderi-aldo-conterno-barolo-romirasco","title":"2021 Poderi Aldo Conterno, Barolo, Bussia \"Romirasco\"","description":"\u003cp\u003ePoderi Aldo Conterno's \"Romirasco\" is the flagship of the estate's single-vineyard Barolos, grown at the highest point of the family's Bussia holdings in Monforte d'Alba on ancient limestone marl, iron-rich clay, and chalk. Hailed as a benchmark vintage across the Langhe, 2021 provided ideal conditions: cool nights, warm days, and an extended ripening season. The 2021 \"Romirasco\" is a study in tension, structural precision, and aromatic purity, and stands among the standout wines of the entire vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged for nearly 30 months in large Slavonian oak botti, the 2021 release is chiseled and profound. It displays pure wild strawberries, sour cherry, blood orange peel, pipe tobacco, violets, and struck flint, backed by a firm, laser-focused tannic backbone that will allow it to cellar gracefully for half a century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/wine_spectator_240x240.png?v=1769834039\" alt=\"Wine Spectator Magazine\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_rating\"\u003e99 Points, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_name\"\u003eWine Spectator:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProdProReviews_review\" style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Packed with black cherry, black currant, blackberry and violet aromas and flavors from the get-go, this intense red is also laced with iron, black pepper, eucalyptus and tar elements. Brooding and solidly built, yet with a sense of finesse, this is balanced, and the finish just seems to go on and on. Stellar.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jackes_suckling_240x240.png?v=1769834026\" alt=\"James Suckling Wine Logo\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_rating\"\u003e96 Points, J\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_name\"\u003eames Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProdProReviews_review\"\u003e\"Graphite and minerals dominate on the nose, with potpourri, dried cherries, orange zest, wax and licorice. There is a lot of fruit sweetness on the palate, with firm, dusty yet ripe tannins and long, refreshing acidity. Full-bodied, it will age for decades. Try from 2027.\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProdProReviews_review\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom the celebrated 2021 Barolo vintage, a must-have bottle for serious cellars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExceptional precision, mineral focus, and structural balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreathtaking nose of rose petals, red currants, leather, mint, and graphite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe at cool room temperature, between 60°F and 64°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecant for 2 to 3 hours if opening early in its life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour into Burgundy stems to maximize aromatic concentration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePair with roasted game birds, braised meats, or aged hard cheeses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Aldo_Conterno_12.jpg?v=1780612278\" alt='Poderi Aldo Conterno, Barolo, Bussia \"Romirasco\"' style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Massanois LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47864978604086,"sku":"SOMM2609-ALD21ROM-750","price":359.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2021PoderiAldoConterno_Barolo_Romirasco.png?v=1793297365"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/collections\/Aldo_Conterno_estate_1.jpg?v=1793894011","url":"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/collections\/poderi-aldo-conterno-wines.oembed","provider":"SommSelect","version":"1.0","type":"link"}