Two bottles of Giacomo Conterno Barolo Cascina Francia 2021 — from the legendary Francia vineyard in Serralunga d’Alba, one of the most collectible and consistently appreciating Barolos on the market. The Francia vineyard — acquired by Giacomo Conterno in 1974 — sits on south/southwest-facing Helvetian soils at 350 metres in Serralunga d’Alba, producing wines of extraordinary power, precision and longevity. Aged in large Slavonian oak botti following the strictest traditional methods. The 2021 is the finest recent vintage for Francia — rated 97/100, described as “restrained and perfumed, showing bright licorice root, wild strawberries, watermelon and fresh violets. Full-bodied yet not exuberant, with firm, fine-grained condensed tannins, persistent acidity and a savory, sanguine finish. Intended for long aging.” As one of Italy’s leading wine writers noted: “Roberto Conterno is one of Italy’s most talented Barolisti, a taciturn genius capable of casting out the inner soul from Nebbiolo and trapping it for near-eternal safekeeping.” Best from 2030–2055. Both bottles in perfect condition — intact labels and capsules, top fill level. Stored in a professional temperature-controlled cellar.