Langhe Rosso “Monprà” DOC
The Conterno Fantino winery is located atop a hill overlooking the historic village of Monforte d’Alba, with an extraordinary view that extends all the way to the Alps. Founded in 1982 by two friends – Guido Fantino and Claudio Conterno – the winery makes its wines knowing they have been blessed with great heritage in the form of land and vineyards, that go hand and hand with the culture and traditions of the area. In seeking to attain the highest possible quality from these invaluable resources, they pay great attention to the entire production process, carefully adapting to the climactic conditions of each growing season, with particular attention to the different characteristics of each individual cru. Environmental sustainability, preserving biodiversity, and respect for the land and heritage are the guiding principles in their vineyards, which are organically cultivated (as certified by CCPB).
A blend of Nebbiolo and Barbera from the older vineyards in Monforte d’Alba, located 300-400 meters (984-1,312 feet) above sea level with south and southwestern exposure and limestone, marl and sandy soil.
Wine exported to
Canada, USA, Australia
Most recent awards
- 2015 | Wine Advocate93
- 2015 | James Suckling91
- 2011 | International Wine Cellar91
- 2011 | Vinous88
Grape Varieties:
50% Nebbiolo and 50% Barbera
Fermentation container:
Stainless steel
Length of alcoholic fermentation:
8-10 days
Type of yeast:
Spontaneous indigenous yeast
Fermentation temperature:
28-30 °C (82.4-86 °F)
Maceration technique:
Rotating paddles
Length of maceration:
8-10 days
Malolactic fermentation:
Yes
Aging containers:
Oak barrels
Container age:
First use
Type of oak:
Allier /Troncais
Bottling period:
June/July
Aging before bottling:
18 months
Aging in bottle:
2 months
Closure:
Natural Cork
Organic:
Vineyards
Vineyard name:
Barbera Ginestra Nebbiolo Bussia
Vineyard location:
in Monforte d'Alba, Piedmont
Vineyard size:
1.9 hectares (4.7 acres)
Soil composition:
Limestone, marl and clay
Vine training:
Guyot
Altitude:
300-400 meters (984-1,312 feet) above sea level
Vine density:
4,500-5,000 per ha
Yield:
5.5 - 6 tons per hectare
Exposure:
Southern, southwestern
Years planted:
1985 (Barbera), 2000 (Nebbiolo)
Age of vines:
15-20 years old
Time of harvest:
Mid-October
First vintage of this wine:
1985
Total yearly production (in bottles):
Around 10,000
Tasting notes:
Deep garnet, with an elegant bouquet showing notes of coffee, barley, and strawberry jam; full and voluptuous on the palate, with sweet tannins.
Serving temperature:
Best served at 16-18 °C (60.8-64.4 °F).
Food pairings:
A wonderful accompaniment to meat, pasta and aged cheese. Especially delicious with the local specialty, “Tajarin” (egg tagliatelle).
Aging potential:
10 years
Alcohol:
Alc. by vol.: 14.5%
Winemaker:
Guido and Fabio Fantino
