Conterno Fantino Vigna del Gris 2021 Barolo

A Barolo DOCG from Conterno Fantino, made from carefully selected Nebbiolo bunches. The grapes ferment in contact with their skins, then the wine matures for two years in barrique and one year in bottle. It is a rich, complex red with a spicy, oak-aged character, suited to formal occasions. It pairs with structured red meat dishes, game and venison, such as leg of roe deer in plum sauce. Garnet red in the glass, it opens with sweet floral notes and ripe red fruit, followed by tobacco, mint and pepper. The palate is balanced and silky, with a tannic frame, and the finish is long and savoury.