(Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia) This took a while to get going but once it did it was slammin. Minerals, hickory smoke, tar, roses, spices, strawberry on the incredibly aromatic nose. A new nuance every time you stick your nose in the glass. Ah . . . ain't neb great. Supple, bright palate with great concentration and thick, chewy neb fruit. Still tastes young . . . like a '98. Unreal depth. Another winner from G. Conterno.
By Lyle Fass
(Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia) This took a while to get going but once it did it was slammin. Minerals, hickory smoke, tar, roses, spices, strawberry on the incredibly aromatic nose. A new nuance every time you stick your nose in the glass. Ah . . . ain't neb great. Supple, bright palate with great concentration and thick, chewy neb fruit. Still tastes young . . . like a '98. Unreal depth. Another winner from G. Conterno.6/7/2003, (See more on Rockss and Fruit...)