# Barolo (Diego Conterno)

> Red, Barolo DOCG by [Diego Conterno](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/diego-conterno.md), Barolo, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/diego-conterno-barolo).

- **Producer:** Diego Conterno
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Barolo DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo
- **Production area:** Monforte d'Alba (CN)
- **Soil:** Clay and limestone marl
- **Exposure:** Various (three estate vineyards)
- **Harvest:** Hand-harvested in October
- **Vineyard planting:** A blend of three estate vineyards in Monforte d'Alba, each vinified separately: San Giovanni, near the village of Barolo, for suave fruit; Bricco San Pietro for freshness; and Ginestra, towards Serralunga, for structure. Altitude roughly 290 to 350 metres; vines 10 to 30 years old. Certified organic.
- **Vinification:** Destemmed and fermented on indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled stainless steel. Aged 30 months in a combination of 50-hectolitre Stockinger oak casks and cement tank.
- **Serving temperature:** 16 to 18°C
- **Last updated:** 2026-11-10



## Summary

The estate's classic Barolo, a blend of San Giovanni, Bricco San Pietro and Ginestra in Monforte d'Alba. Elegant and old-school, aged in large casks and cement.

## Tasting notes

Ruby with garnet glints. Ripe red cherry, wildflowers, rose, violet, menthol and spice. Medium-bodied, savory and balanced, with fine-grained tannins.

## Food pairings

Grilled sausage, slow-braised meats, game and mushroom-based dishes.