Barolo Cicala 2020 Poderi Aldo Conterno is synonymous with the greatness of Barolo. The unique soil and elevation of the Cicala vineyard produce wines of depth, firm structure, and impressive aging potential. It’s no coincidence that international critics consistently praise it: the 95 points from Wine Spectator and the 97 points from James Suckling simply confirm what true connoisseurs already know — Cicala is one of the top Barolo wines of the 2020 vintage.

Aldo Conterno is one of the most iconic names in Piemonte, a producer who has left an indelible mark on the history of Barolo. The story begins with Giovanni Conterno, who returned from Argentina to Monforte d’Alba and, together with his family, created a superior Barolo made only in the finest vintages — a wine both vibrant in its youth and capable of aging gracefully for decades. The second major milestone came in 1969, when Aldo purchased the Favot estate and founded Poderi Aldo Conterno, laying the foundation for one of the region’s most emblematic wineries.

At the heart of Bussia, in Monforte d’Alba, lies the Cicala vineyard. Its vines, over 40 years old and planted with Nebbiolo, Michet, and Lampia clones, grow in clay-rich soils that give perhaps the most powerful expression among Conterno’s three crus.  Barolo Cicala 2020 Aldo Conterno ferments in stainless steel tanks and ages for at least 24 months in large Slavonian oak casks. It is bottled unfiltered, as befits a wine destined to evolve beautifully over time.

Don’t miss the chance to experience a truly great Barolo.