Since 1878, the Fontanafredda Estate & Winery, located in the heart of Piedmont's Langhe region, has been a benchmark producer of Barolo and Barbera, crafting wines that deftly balance deep aromas and concentration of fruit with elegance.
Importer Notes Founded by the first king of Italy, Fontanafredda has a noble and prestigious history. Instrumental to the growth and international awareness of Piedmont
James Suckling 91 Gavi is always beautiful. Sliced pears and lemons here with a hint of mango. Its medium bodied, creamy and bright.~J.S.
The 2018 Fontanafredda Briccotondo Barbera pours a ruby-red wine with purple highlights. The nose is packed with black fruit, especially blackberries and plums, with slight
James Suckling 91 This shows plum compote, blackberry essence and vanilla. Yet, the oak doesnt get in the way on the palate, which is fresh and
James Suckling 93 Very pretty ripe cherries and strawberries with light toffee undertones...full- bodied, but tight and focused. Chewy tannins... Better after 2022. J.S. Wine Enthusiast
"Ruby red with purple highlights. The nose is packed with black fruit, especially blackberries and plums, with slight spicy overtones hinting at black pepper and
"The nose is packed with black fruit, especially blackberries and plums, with slight spicy overtones hinting at black pepper and cinnamon. Sweet, soft tannins come together
"The fragrence of its aroma, which comes directly from the grapes, is that of musk, locust & orange flowers, sage & honey, and the lingering
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