1989  

2009  Santo Stefano di Perno Superiore

330 cases produced. Barbera from the Santo Stefano vineyard in Perno in Monforte d'Alba, owned by the Mascarello family since 1989. The wine is matured in medium-sized oak barrels for approximately 18 months. "Cherry, chocolate, wild herb and tobacco flavors. Rich and broad, with intensity and wild notes. Finishes long and satisfying. Needs air, but this is a terrific, old-school Barbera. Drink now through 2018." - 92pts WS

2015  

"There is purity to the cherry and black currant fruit, laid out on a velvety texture, with hints of cedar, sandalwood and green olive. Harmonious, long and ready to enjoy. Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese. Drink now through 2024. 6,250 cases made." - 91pts WS

2016  Barbera d'Alba

Barbera d'Alba (No Barolo is being released from this vintage) - "Conterno's 2016 Barbera d'Alba Francia is a wine of extreme finesse and nuance. It is also dark, inward and mysterious in that it is nowhere near ready to show all of its cards. In most vintages, Francia is a bit more floral and mineral, but in 2016 it is the purity of the fruit that is most striking. I imagine the typical Francia nuances will develop with a few more years in bottle." - 94pts Vinous

2008  Santo Stefano

The vinous story of Bruno Giacosa stretches through three generations, over which the family worked tirelessly to acquire land and fruit worthy of producing wine that in one sip honors both the Nebbiolo grape and the family name. A traditionalist in his approach to, and respect for, the winemaking process, Bruno Giacosa is also a perfectionist who recognizes the legitimacy of certain advancements in the world of winemaking. He finds that reasonable application of modern techniques in the winery increases his ability to present the consumer with the most honest representation of the Nebbiolo grape from across a unique and varied terroir. In the beginning, owning no land themselves, the Giacosa family searched for the best vineyards and growers to consistently source high quality fruit, entering into cooperative lease agreements that would safeguard their winemaking legacy in the coming generations. The most famous of these is the Santo Stefano di Neive vineyard. Barbaresco was produced continuously from Santo Stefano for many years; the final vintage made was in 2011 after which control of the fruit sourced reverted back to Castello di Neive. The wine is scarce - only 7,300 bottles were produced in 2008.

2013  Single Vineyard Montelpulciano d' Abruzzo

Single Vineyard Montelpulciano d' Abruzzo

2012  Bricco Faset

Bricco Faset

2013  Le Ragnaie Brunello di Montalcino

You'll find aromas suggesting forest floor, tobacco leaf, grilled herb and pressed rose petal on this vibrant medium-bodied red. The firm palate evokes sour cherry, star anise, ground clove and a toasted note while firm, refined tannins and bright acidity provide balance and structure. Give it time to fully develop. Drink 2023-2030. 93pts W.E.

2013  Le Ragnaie Brunello di Montalcino Fornace

Aromas suggesting scorched earth, underbrush, leather, grilled herb and pressed blue flower take shape in the glass. The medium-bodied palate is elegant but a bit lean, offering sour cherry, orange zest and tobacco leaf alongside tight, fine-grained tannins. 90pts W.E.

2015  Le Ragnaie Troncone Toscana IGT

the wine is bony and taught. It offers generosity in concentration of aroma and flavor but not the aroma or flavor in itself. Aromas of cranberry and cherry abound with laurel leaves and wet stones. The palate extends with bright red fruit continuing to be layered over a frail skeletal structure.

2015  

Le Volte dell’Ornellaia combines the Mediterranean expression of opulence and generosity with structure and complexity. The approachable style of Le Volte dell’Ornellaia, a blend of Merlot, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, reflects the philosophy and savoir-faire of Ornellaia. -- "2015 was one those years that every winemaker dreams of having at least once in his career. The balanced season with a warm and sunny summer, but with a cool, dry weather during the harvest produced wines that perfectly denote the seasonal trend. Rarely do we find a perfect balance between the various components of the wine, from the deep ruby colour, to the crisp and fresh fruity hints with an ideally meaty texture, supported by silky, smooth tannins, devoid of any harsh edge." -Axel Heinz

2013  Rosso di Montalcino