2015 Paolo Conterno Barolo Ginestra
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The 2015 Barolo Ginestra opens with scents of raspberry, orange peel, star anise and cinnamon. Powerful and wiry, the 2015 expresses the essence of Ginestra, with that combination of aromatic intensity and nervous energy that is such a signature. I would cellar it for a few years, as the tannins are a bit edgy at this stage. Alternatively, a few hours of air will to the trick.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Tim Jackson MW, jancisrobinson.com
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The 2015 Barolo Ginestra shows real complexity and depth. It exudes a profound nature in general. Mineral tones lead the clean, fresh entry, followed by more savory notes. This is from Paolo Conterno's home vineyard cru, with vines planted right up to the edges of the winery and the family house. This Barolo is nuanced and multifaceted, and it will stand up to a couple of decades in the cellar.
Pale-medium garnet. Chalk and crushed-rock minerality, with spicy clove and milk chocolate. Balsamic tones to smoky, spicy, ripe red-cherry fruit. Firm, compact, quite fine tannins. Warming alcohol penetrates the mid palate. Medium-long. (TJ)
The dark-berry and fresh mushroom aromas are compelling in this wine. Full-bodied, tight and chewy with wonderful texture and tannins. Solid 2015. Drink from 2022.