For this mature 1970 Barolo, we recommend serving it at 16-18°C. Given its age, a gentle decant for 30-60 minutes is advisable to allow it to open up and separate any sediment. It is likely at or slightly past its peak, so we suggest enjoying it soon to appreciate its evolved complexity. An Ah-So opener is highly recommended for older corks.

This Barolo, made from Nebbiolo, is a full-bodied, complex red wine with high tannins and acidity. At 50+ years old, it will exhibit tertiary aromas of dried roses, tar, truffle, and forest floor. It pairs wonderfully with rich, savory Asian dishes such as slow-braised beef with star anise, Peking duck, or a hearty mushroom hot pot.

This bottle is in excellent condition for its age, featuring a perfect label (score 10), a very good base neck fill level (score 8), and an intact capsule (score 10). To preserve its quality, store it horizontally in a cool, dark place with consistent temperature and humidity, away from vibrations.

While specific recent scores for a 1970 Contratto Barolo are rare, its value lies more in its historical significance and rarity as a well-preserved, mature Barolo. It offers a unique drinking experience rather than a significant investment return, appealing to collectors who appreciate aged wines.

As this wine is currently stocked in Hong Kong, we offer chilled delivery within 2 business days for Hong Kong orders and approximately 5 business days for Taiwan orders.

We guarantee the authenticity of all our wines. This bottle has been sourced from our network of certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over a century, ensuring impeccable provenance and storage conditions.

Yes, a Hong Kong invoice can be provided for all corporate orders. For EU pre-order SKUs, a Certificate of Origin is available upon request at an additional cost. Please contact us for details.