Aldo Conterno Barolo Colonnello 2012
Red
Barolo, Italy
6.4
WineSaint
Harsh tannins dominate from the start, overwhelming any fruit that remains. The oak feels aggressive and unintegrated, masking what should be Colonnello's natural grace. Mid-palate falls flat where this site typically shows its best qualities. A disappointing effort that lacks the vineyard's characteristic refinement.
faded fruitaggressive oakharsh tanninsmineral
Label
Aldo Conterno
→Aldo Conterno is among Barolo's most respected traditionalist estates, producing single-vineyard wines from the Bussia hillside in Monforte d'Alba with a reputation for precision, longevity, and consistency across vintages.