Aldo Conterno, Barolo Vigna Cicala', 1996 BOWLERGADI2023 This 2000 is pre-merger

This 2000 is pre-merger

candied carbonic approach favored by many neighbors: this is structured

with aromas of red berries—cherry and raspberry—complemented by subtle floral notes

The everyday Sancerre from one of Bué's most reliable family addresses — and a steal of a way to get into Merlin-Cherrier's world

Aldo Conterno, Barolo Vigna Cicala', 1996 BOWLERGADI2023 This 2000 is pre-mergerAldo Conterno is one of the towering names of traditional Barolo, and Vigna Cicala is his great cru, a single parcel in the famed Bussia amphitheater of Monforte d'Alba known for deep, structured Nebbiolo. The 1996 came from a classic, firm structured vintage built for the long haul, and from a private cellar it now sits in a lovely spot: still holding fruit but layered with the dried flower, tar and earth complexity that defines mature Barolo.