{"product_id":"aldo-conterno-ilfavot-2022","title":"Aldo Conterno Il Favot 2022","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eAldo Conterno 'Il Favot' Langhe Nebbiolo 2022\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Solar Powered\" Baby Barolo – Ripe, Radiant, and Ready\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe Vibe\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eIf the 2021 Il Favot was \"classic and chiseled,\" the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"53\"\u003e2022 vintage\u003c\/b\u003e is the wine’s more exuberant, sun-drenched sibling. 2022 in Piedmont was a hot, dry year, but because Aldo Conterno’s vines in Bussia sit at high altitudes, they managed to capture that intense Mediterranean warmth without losing their \"cool\" Nebbiolo soul. This is the ultimate \"immediate gratification\" wine from an estate that usually demands you wait decades before pulling a cork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe Nose\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThe nose is a technicolor explosion of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003ewild strawberries, dried cherries, and red currants\u003c\/b\u003e. Because of the warmer vintage, the fruit smells \"darker\" and more concentrated than usual. There is a distinct spicy-sweet profile here—think \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"234\"\u003ecinnamon, star anise, and camphor\u003c\/b\u003e—layered over the classic Conterno signature of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"315\"\u003erose petals and earthy brushwood\u003c\/b\u003e. It’s incredibly aromatic; you’ll smell it before the glass even reaches your face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe Taste\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eOn the palate, the 2022 is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003efull-bodied and surprisingly dense\u003c\/b\u003e for a Langhe Nebbiolo. The short 6–8 day maceration (skin contact) worked wonders in this hot year, preventing the tannins from becoming too \"grippy.\" Instead, they are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"231\"\u003evelvety and sandy\u003c\/b\u003e, providing a beautiful structure for flavors of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"297\"\u003eblood orange, licorice, and black tea\u003c\/b\u003e. It has a \"creamy\" mouthfeel that is very unusual for Nebbiolo, finished with a shot of crisp acidity that keeps it from feeling \"heavy.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eProduct Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,1,1,0\"\u003eBussia, Monforte d’Alba (Langhe DOC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrape\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,2,1,0\"\u003e100% Nebbiolo (Vines \u0026lt;15 years old)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVinification\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,3,1,0\"\u003eShort 6-8 day skin contact in stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e18 months in NEW French Allier barriques\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e14.5%\u003c\/b\u003e (reflecting the warm 2022 sun)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,6,1,0\"\u003eDrink now through \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"18\"\u003e2035+\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCritical Score\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e94 Points\u003c\/b\u003e (James Suckling), \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"28\"\u003e92 Points\u003c\/b\u003e (Decanter)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Warm\" Match:\u003c\/b\u003e Dry-aged beef, grilled lamb with garlic, or venison with a cherry reduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Pasta:\u003c\/b\u003e Truffle-shaved tajarin or a rich, slow-cooked duck ragù.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Savory Choice:\u003c\/b\u003e Strong, matured cheeses or a porcini mushroom risotto.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eIn 2026, the 2022 Il Favot is showing off its \"youthful baby fat.\" It is very approachable, but those new French oak barriques are still integrating. Give it a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"160\"\u003e45-minute decant\u003c\/b\u003e to let the vanilla and cinnamon spice settle into the fruit. It’s one of the few Nebbiolos that actually performs better when it’s not served too cold—aim for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16\" data-index-in-node=\"336\"\u003e17–18°C\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57122507653494,"sku":"8028777006218-2022","price":59.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/Ilfavot_b66878f3-6dfd-423b-9cc2-c0c8851b9a47.png?v=1774015031","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/aldo-conterno-ilfavot-2022","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}