Conterno Fantino Mosconi Vigna Ped Barolo 2020

Conterno Fantino Mosconi Vigna Ped Barolo 2020 Nebbiolo from ‘Vigna Ped,’ a single, historical vineyard located in the Mosconi cru in Monforte d’Alba. Planted in 1960, the vines sit at approximately 400 m (1,310 feet) elevation and face south, southeast. Soils are a mixture of sand, silt, and clay. An addition parcel, planted in 1999, was selected from the best-performing clones in order to maintain the vineyard’s unique integrity and character. Hand harvesting begins mid October. Fermentation and maceration in stainless steel for 12 to 15 days. Aging in French oak barrels. First vintage was 2004. Critical Acclaim 95 James Suckling This exceptional wine is deep and dusky, packed with mineral, floral and savory notes that will blossom with time. It shows iron, iodine and rose petals in the nose, then lithe tannins wrap up cranberries, bitter orange, and sour cherry. Best from 2028. 96 Jeb Dunnuck Equally compelling, the 2020 Barolo Mosconi Vigna Ped boasts a ruby hue and reveals layered