1997 Aldo Conterno, Cicala - Barolo - 2 Bottles (0.75L)

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Two bottles of 1997 Poderi Aldo Conterno Barolo Cicala from Italy, a Nebbiolo-based, single-vineyard Barolo with a high-neck fill and a fully intact metal capsule.

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Collector’s Benchmark: Poderi Aldo Conterno Barolo Cicala 1997
An exceptional bottle of Poderi Aldo Conterno Barolo, Vigna Cicala 1997. Aldo Conterno is a titan of Piedmont, and the Cicala vineyard—located in the heart of the famed Bussia cru in Monforte d’Alba—is renowned for producing the most muscular and long-lived wines of the estate.

About the Wine & Vintage
The 1997 vintage is a legendary "super-year" in Barolo, celebrated for its opulence, extraordinary ripeness, and immense concentration.

Producer: Poderi Aldo Conterno (A world-class benchmark for quality and tradition).

Cru (Vineyard): Vigna Cicala (Single-vineyard expression).

Style: A powerful, full-bodied Barolo with incredible depth and structural integrity.

Tasting Notes: Now at peak maturity, it displays a complex bouquet of marasca cherry, licorice, tar, roses, and truffle, supported by firm, velvety tannins and a persistent, balsamic finish. (Highly Rated: Wine Spectator 96 pts; Robert Parker 94 pts).

Provenance and Condition
Condition: Excellent. Capsule and label are in great condition.

Fill Level: Excellent/High-neck, indicating perfect preservation.

Storage: Stored continuously in optimal, professional, temperature-controlled cellar conditions.

A rare opportunity to acquire a centerpiece bottle from one of Barolo’s greatest producers in an iconic vintage.

Collector’s Benchmark: Poderi Aldo Conterno Barolo Cicala 1997
An exceptional bottle of Poderi Aldo Conterno Barolo, Vigna Cicala 1997. Aldo Conterno is a titan of Piedmont, and the Cicala vineyard—located in the heart of the famed Bussia cru in Monforte d’Alba—is renowned for producing the most muscular and long-lived wines of the estate.

About the Wine & Vintage
The 1997 vintage is a legendary "super-year" in Barolo, celebrated for its opulence, extraordinary ripeness, and immense concentration.

Producer: Poderi Aldo Conterno (A world-class benchmark for quality and tradition).

Cru (Vineyard): Vigna Cicala (Single-vineyard expression).

Style: A powerful, full-bodied Barolo with incredible depth and structural integrity.

Tasting Notes: Now at peak maturity, it displays a complex bouquet of marasca cherry, licorice, tar, roses, and truffle, supported by firm, velvety tannins and a persistent, balsamic finish. (Highly Rated: Wine Spectator 96 pts; Robert Parker 94 pts).

Provenance and Condition
Condition: Excellent. Capsule and label are in great condition.

Fill Level: Excellent/High-neck, indicating perfect preservation.

Storage: Stored continuously in optimal, professional, temperature-controlled cellar conditions.

A rare opportunity to acquire a centerpiece bottle from one of Barolo’s greatest producers in an iconic vintage.

Details

Vintage
1997
Producer, Name of wine
Aldo Conterno, Cicala
Number of bottles
2
Bottle size
Bottles (0.75L)
Country
Italy
Region
Barolo
Grape varieties
Nebbiolo
Fill Level
Bordeaux bottle type, base neck fill level
Capsule/Cork condition
Fully intact metal capsule
The NetherlandsVerified
Private

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