Nervi Conterno Vigna Molsino, Gattinara DOCG, Italy 2020

An extraordinary single-vineyard Nebbiolo from one of Northern Piedmont's most historic estates, now under the direction of Roberto Conterno of Giacomo Conterno. Vigna Molsino is one of Gattinara's greatest crus, producing wines of remarkable depth, structure and longevity. The 2020 is powerful and beautifully layered, with aromas of black cherry, wild raspberry, plum, dried roses and licorice, followed by notes of iron-rich earth, crushed stone, mint and spice. The palate is concentrated yet remarkably elegant, with firm, polished tannins, vibrant acidity and an exceptionally long finish. Aged in large oak casks, this is Nebbiolo with tremendous character and pedigree. Think Barolo in its structure and complexity, but with the distinctive mineral and volcanic character of Gattinara. A serious collector's wine from a benchmark producer.

Antonio Galloni – Vinous 97