Aldo and Giacomo Conterno

2000 Aldo Conterno, Barolo Bussia;
Ruby with brick rim, tar, roses, tobacco, kind of soft and velvety feel, leather, very complex, lively acidity, great balance, some oak touch, very long tobacco finish. 89

2005 Giacomo Conterno, Barolo Cascina Francia;
Pale ruby, brick rim, tar roses, floral notes, stone fruits, jasmin, hint of black tea and bergamot, fresh acidity, ripe tannins, great structure, leaner fruit, but the 14, 5 alcohol shines through unfortunatelly. 88