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Paolo Conterno

The history of the Paolo Conterno winery dates back to 1886. With the founding of Casa della Ginestra in Monforte d'Alba, Paolo Conterno laid the foundation for a family tradition that is now continued in the fourth generation by Giorgio Conterno. The focus has always been on producing wines that authentically reflect their origin, character and vintage.

Deeply rooted in the hills of the Langhe, the estate is located in the historic Ginestra cru – the place where the family comes from and which remains at the heart of the estate to this day. The vineyards extend over an altitude of 300 to 350 metres, with a predominantly south to south-east exposure. Calcareous clay soils, interspersed with chalk and mineral deposits, characterise the terroir here. Combined with a special microclimate – warm days, cool nights and constant ventilation – this creates ideal conditions for expressive, structured wines.

Red wines from Paolo Conterno

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Parker 93 Points
Barolo La Ginestra 2019

Barolo La Ginestra 2019

DOCG, Paolo Conterno, 750 ml
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Bric Ginestra 2022

DOC Monferrato, Paolo Conterno, 750 ml
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Parker 92 Points
Barolo La Ginestra 2017
Only 20 Bottles
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Barolo La Ginestra 2017

DOCG, Paolo Conterno, 750 ml
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Parker 94+ Points
Barolo Riserva La Ginestra Special Edition 2014
Only 2 Bottles
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from Paolo Conterno

In Stock
Parker 93 Points
Barolo La Ginestra 2019

Barolo La Ginestra 2019

DOCG, Paolo Conterno, 750 ml
In Stock

Bric Ginestra 2022

DOC Monferrato, Paolo Conterno, 750 ml
In Stock
Parker 92 Points
Barolo La Ginestra 2017
Only 20 Bottles
Vegan

Barolo La Ginestra 2017

DOCG, Paolo Conterno, 750 ml
In Stock
Parker 94+ Points
Barolo Riserva La Ginestra Special Edition 2014
Only 2 Bottles
Vegan

The family cultivates the classic grape varieties Nebbiolo, Barbera and Dolcetto. The steep slopes require a great deal of manual labour and experience – both of which have been developed over generations. Modern technology now supports the work in the vineyard and in the cellar, but every step is still characterised by personal care.

Maturation takes place traditionally in 35-hectolitre French oak barrels. The aim is not fashionable opulence, but balance, depth and longevity – in short, the constant pursuit of the idea of the “perfect Barolo”, which has been passed down through the family.

In addition to the renowned Barolo – above all Barolo Ginestra – other DOC and DOCG wines are also produced. Around 50,000 bottles per year bear the signature of a winery that harmoniously combines family history, terroir and forward thinking.

Producer

André Clouet / Jean François Clouet

André Clouet / Jean François Clouet

We didn’t find the low house, dating from the 17th century, straight away, even though the village of Bouzy is not very large. Modest buildings are grouped around a courtyard, behind which a vineyard lies, similar to a clos.

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J. Palacios Remondo

J. Palacios Remondo

He was born «at home», above his father’s bodega – Álvaro Palacios, Spain’s star winemaker. The scent of wine and barrels was surely in the air and shaped the rest of his life. He studied oenology in Bordeaux and gained professional experience at Château Pétrus, in London, Dublin and California. Today, he owns vineyards in Priorat, Bierzo and back home in La Rioja, and year after year he demonstrates his extraordinary talent with top-quality wines.

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Il Molino di Grace

Il Molino di Grace

Frank Grace acquired this estate in 1995 after holidaying in Tuscany with his wife and having fallen for the charm of this idyllic region.

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