{"product_id":"giacomo-conterno-barolo-francia-2010-piedmont-italy","title":"Giacomo Conterno – Barolo Francia 2010 – Piedmont Italy","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\nGiacomo Conterno Barolo Francia 2010 is a profound single-vineyard Nebbiolo from the historic Francia cru in Serralunga d’Alba. Intensely aromatic, structured, and built for decades of evolution, it combines the power of its terroir with remarkable perfume, precision, and finesse.\n\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍷 At a Glance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eGrape:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Nebbiolo\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Barolo DOCG, Piedmont, Italy\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2010\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Francia Cru, Serralunga d’Alba\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional, with long maceration\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately four years in large oak casks\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intensely aromatic, structured, and exceptionally age-worthy Barolo\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👃 Tasting Notes \u0026amp; Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe cherry, plum, wild berries, pomegranate\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eFloral:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dried rose petals and lavender\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eHerbal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sage, menthol, and subtle mint\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eSavory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tobacco, licorice, iron, and spice\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eStructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pulsating tannins, vibrant acidity, and a long, complex finish\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe 2010 Francia is exceptionally expressive and constantly evolving in the glass. Aromas of lavender, dried rose, sage, menthol, and tobacco rise above ripe cherry, plum, and wild berry fruit. The palate combines generous, pliant fruit with energetic acidity and powerful tannins, creating a Barolo that feels both commanding and remarkably refined.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nIts firm structure gradually reveals layers of licorice, iron, citrus peel, spice, and earth. Although already captivating for its aromatic complexity, this is a serious, traditionally made Barolo designed to develop greater harmony, nuance, and tertiary character over many years in the cellar.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e❤️ Why We Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n• A benchmark expression of the historic Francia cru in Serralunga d’Alba\u003cbr\u003e\n• Combines intense floral aromatics with the power and structure of traditional Barolo\u003cbr\u003e\n• Produced by one of Piedmont’s most revered and uncompromising estates\u003cbr\u003e\n• A highly acclaimed vintage with extraordinary long-term aging potential\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍽️ Food Pairing Ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n• Braised beef with herbs and red wine\u003cbr\u003e\n• Lamb shank or roasted venison\u003cbr\u003e\n• Truffle pasta or tajarin with porcini mushrooms\u003cbr\u003e\n• Slow-cooked short ribs\u003cbr\u003e\n• Aged Parmigiano Reggiano or Castelmagno\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e👤 Who This Wine Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n✓ Collectors of iconic, cellar-worthy Barolo\u003cbr\u003e\n✓ Nebbiolo lovers who appreciate perfume, structure, and savory complexity\u003cbr\u003e\n✓ Drinkers seeking a traditional expression of Serralunga d’Alba\u003cbr\u003e\n✓ Those prepared to cellar a wine that will continue evolving for decades\u003cbr\u003e\n✕ Not ideal if you prefer soft, uncomplicated reds intended for immediate drinking\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🏅 Scores\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eVinous:\u003c\/strong\u003e 98+ Points\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e 97 Points\u003cbr\u003e\n• \u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96 Points\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin-top:40px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚙️ Production\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nGiacomo Conterno’s Francia is produced from Nebbiolo grown in the celebrated Francia cru of Serralunga d’Alba. The estate follows an uncompromising traditional approach, using long maceration followed by approximately four years of maturation in large oak casks before bottling.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nBeginning with the 2010 Barolo vintage, the wine previously labeled Cascina Francia became simply Francia to comply with the standardized naming of Barolo’s official crus. Because the corks had already been printed before the change was finalized, the corks of the 2010 vintage may still bear the name “Cascina Francia.”\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giacomo Conterno","offers":[{"title":"750ml","offer_id":48081247305780,"sku":null,"price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0701\/1739\/2436\/files\/giacomo-conterno-barolo-francia.jpg?v=1773468217","url":"https:\/\/www.inbodega.com\/products\/giacomo-conterno-barolo-francia-2010-piedmont-italy","provider":"InBodega","version":"1.0","type":"link"}