Paolo Conterno, Barolo Riva Del Bric other_regions When I visited the estate

When I visited the estate in July

smoky bacon and violet

are on top of their game at this backwater winery tucked away in Conn Valley

as it will almost certainly head for a slumber during which it will be impossible to evaluate with any accuracy

Paolo Conterno, Barolo Riva Del Bric other_regions When I visited the estatePaolo Conterno's 2012 Barolo Riva del Bric is deep and powerful. Sweet red cherry, tobacco, licorice, dried flowers and menthol give the 2012 good aromatic complexity and nuance throughout. Although a bit forward in its bouquet, the 2012 retains plenty of depth and enough structure to drink well for at least a number of years. Antonio Galloni