CVNE (Contino), Graciano other_regions_australia The Lazzarito is still the

The Lazzarito is still the Barolo that spends the longest number of months in French oak following the malolactic fermentation

It is thoughtfully balanced on the long-lingering finish with a tannic edge and lifting acidity

This is firm and a bit austere but not rustic and should age gracefully

floral and aromatic

smoked tea and a hint of animale that is also reflected by the focused and beautifully intense medium-bodied flavors that possess an unusually refined mouth feel

CVNE (Contino), Graciano other_regions_australia The Lazzarito is still theThe 2006 Contino Graciano (100%) spent 13 months in French and Hungarian oak. Dark ruby colored, it has an exceptionally spicy bouquet along with sandalwood, graphite, damp earth, and black cherry. A bit tightly wound on the palate, its elegant personality is able to poke through along with plenty of layered, savory fruit. Give this well balanced, lengthy wine another 5 7 years of cellaring and drink it from 2015 to 2026. C. V. N. E. stands for