Livia Fontana Barolo Fontanin 2017

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Livia Fontana Barolo Fontanin 2017
Region
Piedmont
Appellation
Barolo
Alcohol
14%

Taste profile

LightBold
SavoryFruity
SmoothTannic
SoftAcidic

Body: Full-bodied, dense, solid structure

Aromas & flavors: Macerated violet, mint, blood orange, liquorice, pomegranate, earthy echoes

Tannins & finish: Strong savory finish, soft but present tannins, persistent acidity

Pairings: Paccheri with pork ragout, mixed boiled meats, entrecôte with black truffle, soft beef with mashed potatoes, savory aged cheeses

Tasting notes are for this exact bottle of wine (including vintage).

Sources: internationalwinereport.com, liviafontana.it, iobevotanto.it, vivino.com, ultravino.co.uk

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James Suckling92 pts

“Dried strawberry and cherry with hints of lemon and watermelon. Medium-bodied with firm tannins and a fresh finish. Linear and pure. Elegant for the vintage. Drink in 2023.”

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Price comparison

Per bottle
SourcePrice
Last Bottle Price$32
Listed Retail$75
Best Web Price (according to Last Bottle)$75
Avg Price (Wine-Searcher)
$28

Vintage Quality

Vintage Chart

Wine Spectator · Piedmont Barolo & Barbaresco
94
2017 VintageExcellent
Drink or Hold

Spring rains mitigated the hot, dry summer, with an ideal September for ripening Nebbiolo. The best Barolos and Barbarescos are fresh and balanced, evoking red fruit flavors

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