{"product_id":"diego-conterno-barolo-del-comune-di-monforte-dalba-2021","title":"Diego Conterno Barolo del Comune di Monforte d'Alba 2021","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"st2sxa\" data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"893\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"77\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diego Conterno is a family estate based in \u003cstrong data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"140\"\u003eMonforte d'Alba\u003c\/strong\u003e, where Diego works alongside his son \u003cstrong data-start=\"178\" data-end=\"198\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eStefano Conterno\u003c\/strong\u003e. Diego was one of the founding partners of Conterno-Fantino in the early 1980s before establishing his own estate, drawing on longstanding family vineyard holdings in Monforte. The domaine is particularly focused on Nebbiolo and the distinctive terroirs of the commune, producing Barolo with a traditional approach built around \u003cstrong data-start=\"527\" data-end=\"622\"\u003eindigenous-yeast fermentation, extended maceration, large oak casks, and restrained élevage\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Barolo del Comune di Monforte d'Alba sits between the estate's broader Barolo and its individual vineyard bottlings, bringing together fruit from two parcels within \u003cstrong data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eGinestra\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Monforte's most important vineyard areas. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"856\" data-content-reference-end=\"889\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qzkqg5\" data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"1747\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"910\"\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine is produced from \u003cstrong data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"954\"\u003e100% Nebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e selected from two estate parcels within the \u003cstrong data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1034\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eGinestra MGA: Pajana and Ciabot\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pajana faces \u003cstrong data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1057\"\u003eeast\u003c\/strong\u003e, while Ciabot has a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1100\"\u003esoutheast exposure\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the vineyards sit between approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"1146\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e900 and 1,020 feet in elevation\u003c\/strong\u003e. The soils combine \u003cstrong data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003eclay, sand, and limestone marl\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing the structure and mineral backbone associated with Nebbiolo grown in Monforte d'Alba. The two parcels are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1353\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003evinified separately\u003c\/strong\u003e before being brought together for the final wine, allowing their individual characteristics to contribute to a broader expression of Ginestra and Monforte. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1553\"\u003e2021 vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e delivered the combination of ripeness, acidity, and tannic structure particularly well suited to Nebbiolo and the naturally powerful character of Monforte. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"1706\" data-content-reference-end=\"1725\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lkjjtg\" data-start=\"1749\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Nebbiolo is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003eharvested by hand and completely destemmed\u003c\/strong\u003e before fermentation with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1855\" data-end=\"1924\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eindigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless-steel tanks\u003c\/strong\u003e. Pajana and Ciabot are fermented separately before blending. Following fermentation, the wine is matured for \u003cstrong data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2085\"\u003e24 months in 50-hectoliter Stockinger oak botti\u003c\/strong\u003e, keeping the influence of oak restrained while allowing Nebbiolo's tannins and structure to develop slowly. It then spends an additional \u003cstrong data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eeight months in concrete tanks before bottling\u003c\/strong\u003e. The combination of native-yeast fermentation, large-format oak, and concrete maturation keeps the élevage firmly in the background, emphasizing the structure, fruit, and character of its Monforte origins. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"2458\" data-content-reference-end=\"2477\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zi9y8x\" data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"3140\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2543\"\u003eTechnical Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barolo DOCG; \u003cstrong data-start=\"2557\" data-end=\"2590\"\u003edel Comune di Monforte d'Alba\u003c\/strong\u003e; 2021 vintage; Piedmont, Italy; \u003cstrong data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2640\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e100% Nebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e; fruit from \u003cstrong data-start=\"2653\" data-end=\"2698\"\u003ePajana and Ciabot within the Ginestra MGA\u003c\/strong\u003e; Pajana east-facing; Ciabot southeast-facing; approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2759\" data-end=\"2787\"\u003e900–1,020 feet elevation\u003c\/strong\u003e; clay, sand, and limestone-marl soils; hand harvested; destemmed; indigenous-yeast fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel; parcels vinified separately; aged \u003cstrong data-start=\"2961\" data-end=\"3004\"\u003e24 months in 50-hL Stockinger oak botti\u003c\/strong\u003e; additional \u003cstrong data-start=\"3017\" data-end=\"3041\"\u003e8 months in concrete\u003c\/strong\u003e before bottling; \u003cstrong data-start=\"3059\" data-end=\"3072\"\u003e14.5% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e; 750ml; natural cork closure. \u003cspan class=\"contents\" data-content-reference-start=\"3063\" data-content-reference-end=\"3095\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10nximt\" data-start=\"3142\" data-end=\"3769\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3144\" data-end=\"3161\"\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brasato al Barolo, braised short ribs, osso buco, roast lamb, grilled ribeye, venison, wild boar, tajarin with porcini or white truffles, mushroom risotto, polenta with braised beef, aged Parmigiano-Reggiano, and Castelmagno. The wine's combination of \u003cstrong data-start=\"3414\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003eNebbiolo acidity, concentrated fruit, and firm Monforte tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it particularly well suited to slow-cooked meats, game, mushrooms, and aged cheeses. The structure of the 2021 also gives it excellent potential for further bottle development, while a generous decant will help open the wine when served young.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Vins Rare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50894629699823,"sku":"102637","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/7140\/9135\/files\/ChatGPTImageSep25_2026_05_31_50PM.png?v=1790382736","url":"https:\/\/vinsrare.com\/products\/diego-conterno-barolo-del-comune-di-monforte-dalba-2021","provider":"Vins Rare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}