Giacomo Conterno Francia Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy 2021

Barolo “Francia” DOCG 2021 is a profound single-vineyard expression of Nebbiolo from the historic Francia cru in Barolo. In 2021, the estate captures remarkable purity and precision — vibrant red cherry, crushed rose, and wild herbs layered over notes of tar, spice, and mineral depth. The palate is structured yet beautifully refined, with finely etched tannins and bright acidity that promise decades of evolution. Powerful but impeccably balanced, Francia stands among the great traditional Barolos of the vintage and represents a cornerstone bottle for serious collectors and Nebbiolo enthusiasts alike.

"The 2021 Barolo Francia is a vertical, explosive Barolo endowed with tons of energy. Bright acids and fine beams of tannin provide the framework for this striking young Barolo. All the elements are so well balanced. Time in the glass brings out an interplay of mineral-drenched energy, persistence and textural breadth. There's a lot of structure, and yet the tannins feel fine-grained and finessed. I especially admire its translucent energy. Magnificent." Vinous 99