Giacomo Conterno · Barolo Monfortino Riserva DOCG · 2004 Producer Giacomo Conterno and his winery in Piedmont enjoy cult status. Conterno produces wines with a massive structure, stunning bouquet, and rich, ripe flavors that are both powerful and elegant. He achieves his remarkable results — the combination of exceptional concentration and captivating elegance—primarily through hard work in the vineyard, where he practices what is arguably the strictest grape selection of any winemaker in Piedmont. A comparison that never ever took place but should have: What Giuseppe Quintarelli had a recommendation in Veneto is similar to Giacomo Conterno in Piedmont. Both extraordinary winemakers with the grapes they grew up for many decades ... This bottle was stored in a wine cabinet under adäquate conditions since I bought it shortly after release by the producer. Shipping with DHL in certified package and appropriate assurance.