Giacomo Conterno, Barolo Arione Vintage:2017 On the plus side there

On the plus side there is good vibrancy and detail to the delicious middle weight flavors that possess slightly better fruit/tannin balance though the finish is noticeably warm

since 1992 though the first commercial release was not until 1997

supple and quite round flavors coat the palate with dry extract that also pushes the moderately firm tannins to the background on the slightly warm finish where the wood resurfaces

angular finish

floral and racy

Giacomo Conterno, Barolo Arione Vintage:2017 On the plus side thereTasted from barrel, the 2018 Barolo Arione still has another year in botte and time in bottle before its commercial release. However, the wine shows a distinct personality that is immediately gentle and open knit despite its very young age. With fruit from Serralunga d'Alba, there is ethereal softness here, but this characterization is relative considering the ample power and depth always associated with this site. It feels like this 2018 vintage is