Poderi Aldo Conterno, Barolo Cicala

Ruby garnet in colour with an intensely perfumed bouquet characteristic of this vineyard. The bouquet shows aromas of dry leaves, red flowers, cherries and subtle forest floor aromas. Full-bodied on the palate has a smooth yet firm palate with silky tannins and a long, complex and perfumed finish.

Located in Monforte d'Alba, Poderi Aldo Conterno is considered one of the finest producers in the region. The son of legendary producer Giacomo Conterno, Aldo formed his own estate in 1969 and was inspired by the modernist techniques of Angelo Gaja. Aldo sadly passed away in May 2012 and the estate is now run by his three sons, Franco, Stefano and Giacomo. They tend 25 hectares of vines including three cru vineyards on the famed Bussia slope in Monforte d'Alba. These three vineyard sites, Cicala, Colonello and Romirasco are the flagship wines from the estate though the entire range from the entry level Bussia Soprana.