97 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "The Conterno Fantino 2021 Barolo Ginestra Vigna Sorì Ginestra shows a balanced display of dark fruit, crushed rose, rust and black licorice. This wine offers a special layer of complexity, when compared to the others in this portfolio, that is underlined by rich texture. It shows generous volume and depth, all backed by firm but chalky tannins. Fruit maturity is taken to impressive heights while maintaining the wine's inner energy. Drink 2027-2045 (Jun 2025)"
96 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2021 Barolo Ginestra Vigna Sorì Ginestra is a super-classic wine from Conterno-Fantino. Soaring, high-toned aromatics make a strong first impression. Spice, blood orange, new leather and cedar top notes open first. Bright and focused, with terrific persistence, Sorì Ginestra shows the energy of this site in spades. Time in the glass brings out shades of exotic spice and citrus peel that are so beguiling. Drink 2025-2036 (Jan 2025)"
96 points James Suckling: "An intoxicating wine with aromas of mint, dried flowers, red cherries and graphite. Full-bodied, it shows firm and extracted tannins of good ripeness, with crisp acidity and a muscular yet balanced finish. A powerful wine that will age well. Try from 2027. (Jan 2025)"
95 points Wine Spectator: "[$144 list] Vanilla and toasty oak aromas lead off in this red, with flavors of cherry, raspberry, iron, tar and eucalyptus underneath. Shows ample flesh, along with fine length. Dense and muscular, this needs time to absorb the oak flavors and tannins. Best from 2030 through 2050. 800 cases made, 250 cases imported. (Sep 2025)"
96 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2021 Barolo Ginestra Vigna Sorì Ginestra is a super-classic wine from Conterno-Fantino. Soaring, high-toned aromatics make a strong first impression. Spice, blood orange, new leather and cedar top notes open first. Bright and focused, with terrific persistence, Sorì Ginestra shows the energy of this site in spades. Time in the glass brings out shades of exotic spice and citrus peel that are so beguiling. Drink 2025-2036 (Jan 2025)"
96 points James Suckling: "An intoxicating wine with aromas of mint, dried flowers, red cherries and graphite. Full-bodied, it shows firm and extracted tannins of good ripeness, with crisp acidity and a muscular yet balanced finish. A powerful wine that will age well. Try from 2027. (Jan 2025)"
95 points Wine Spectator: "[$144 list] Vanilla and toasty oak aromas lead off in this red, with flavors of cherry, raspberry, iron, tar and eucalyptus underneath. Shows ample flesh, along with fine length. Dense and muscular, this needs time to absorb the oak flavors and tannins. Best from 2030 through 2050. 800 cases made, 250 cases imported. (Sep 2025)"
| Product SKU | 356043 |
| Producer | Conterno-Fantino |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| SubRegion | Barolo DOCG |
| Varietal | Nebbiolo |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
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