COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Diego Conterno
REGION
Piedmont
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barolo Ginestra DOCG 2018 from Diego Conterno originates from the highly regarded Ginestra cru in Monforte d'Alba, Piedmont. This wine is a pure expression of the Nebbiolo grape. Diego Conterno, deeply rooted in the Monforte d'Alba community, draws inspiration from his childhood spent in the Ginestra vineyard. The estate's winemaking philosophy blends the inherent power of Monforte with a transparent, traditional style. Organic farming practices have been in place since 2010, with certification achieved in 2014.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€65
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The Ginestra cru is considered Monforte d'Alba's top vineyard site.
Fact 02
Diego Conterno grew up playing in the Ginestra vineyard.
Fact 03
The estate has been certified organic since 2014.
Fact 04
Wines are aged in traditional large oak casks ('botti').
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Barolo Ginestra DOCG 2018 begins with hand-harvested Nebbiolo grapes. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks using indigenous yeasts, with static fermenters employed. The wine is then aged for 22 months in traditional large oak casks ('botti'), followed by a period in neutral cement tanks before bottling. This approach emphasizes traditional techniques to highlight the grape and its terroir.
