{"product_id":"1996-giacomo-conterno-barolo-cascina-francia","title":"1996 Giacomo Conterno Barolo \"Cascina Francia\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 1996 vintage in Piedmont is legendary, often cited as one of the greatest \"classical\" vintages of the 20th century. It was a year characterized by high tannins and high acidity, creating wines that required decades of cellar aging to reach their peak. Giacomo Conterno’s 1996 Cascina Francia is a monumental example of this style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Highlights\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/b\u003e 1996\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRegion\/Appellation:\u003c\/b\u003e Barolo DOCG (Serralunga d'Alba), Piedmont, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/b\u003e Giacomo Conterno\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrape:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% Nebbiolo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Full-bodied, highly structured, and deeply savory traditional Red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTasting Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e A profound nose of dried roses, tar, black cherries, and licorice, intertwined with tertiary notes of truffle, leather, and balsamic herbs. The palate is intense and persistent with a distinct mineral, salty finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePerfect for (Food Pairing):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePiedmontese Classics:\u003c\/b\u003e Tajarin pasta with generous shavings of white truffle or \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"79\"\u003eBrasato al Barolo\u003c\/i\u003e (beef braised in Barolo).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRich Meats:\u003c\/b\u003e Roasted wild boar, venison, or a simple, high-quality ribeye steak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,1,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEarthy Elements:\u003c\/b\u003e Risotto with porcini mushrooms or aged cheeses like Castelmagno or Pecorino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"HaoYue Fine Wine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43562331275338,"sku":null,"price":850.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/2485\/9722\/files\/ChatGPTImageMay2_2026_07_13_58PM.png?v=1777761795","url":"https:\/\/haoyuefinewine.com.au\/products\/1996-giacomo-conterno-barolo-cascina-francia","provider":"HaoYue Fine Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}