Conterno Vigna Molsino

Elegant, bright ruby red colour. On the nose initially fine hints of freshly baked bread, dark berry fruit, with slight hints of earth, after a little time hints of mint and ripe pomegranate. On the palate great vigour and lots of elegance, dark fruit, embedded in finely woven tannins, vibrant, salty finish, long.

The main difference between ‘Vigna Valferana’ and ‘Vigna Molsino’ is the soil composition. Valferana is higher in altitude and slightly sandier. The vineyard position result in a lighter, more fragrant style of Nebbiolo, this wine emphasize finesse over power. Valeferana is floral and ethereal, notes of violet, raspberry, crushed herbs, and orange. Really Burgundian. Molsino, on the other hand, sits in an amazing amphitheater with optimal sun exposure. The soil also contains more clay than what you usually find in Gattinara. Molsino is known to produce the most powerful and age-worthy expression of Gattinara. Molsino is all about Dark cherry, wild berries, licorice, and dried rose petals. Bold and structured with a firm tannin. Galloni calls Molsino the next Monfortino for this reason. I like them both, I think they compliment each other, at this price point you are drinking some of the best juice you can find in Italy. There is no doubt about it.