1961 Giacomo Conterno Barolo, slightly stained label

Gave it a 6 hour decant and it was humming when we got to it. Pours out a pale orange colour. The nose has real intensity and breadth, showing notes of Indian spice, dried fruits, leather, teak and truffle. It has vinous sweetness and latent power in the mouth. Each sip unlocks another ethereal flavour and it is a wine of texture and beautiful poise. There are light florals and a finish that seems to never end. A beautiful wine at its apogee. JH 2021