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Hedonism Wines
3/7 Davies Street, MayfairLondonW1KUnited Kingdom
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Description

Only produced in vintages deemed optimal, Monfortino is a parcel selection of the Cascina Francia vineyard and is aged on average 7 years prior to release. It is unquestionably a standard-bearer in Barolo, and it consistently shows the deft hand of its maker in its mind-blowing complexity, nuance, power and ineffable beauty.

About this wine

The 1955 Barolo Monfortino represents a historic vintage for Giacomo Conterno. It is celebrated for its exceptional balance, depth, and structure, with characteristics of red fruits, rose petals, tar, and hints of truffle. As with all Monfortino, it is crafted in a rigorously traditional style, highlighting the unique terroir of the Piedmont region. Characterized by its balance and depth, with notes of red fruits, rose petals, tar, and a hint of truffle.

Barolo

The Barolo collection from Bartolo Mascarello represents the pinnacle of traditional Barolo, made from Nebbiolo grapes sourced from some of the best vineyards in the Barolo region. The wines are celebrated for their depth, complexity, and ability to age gracefully for decades.

Giacomo Conterno

Giacomo Conterno is one of the most respected names in Barolo, known for producing traditional-style Barolo wines with the utmost care and attention to detail. They focus on expressing the terroir of the Piedmont region through meticulous vineyard management and minimal intervention in the winery.