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Established in 1953, the Azienda Agricola Molino is located near the ancient abbey of S. Martino di Marcenasco, in the heart of Barolo and includes Vigna Conca, one of the most famous crus of Langhe. Mauro Molino took over the family estate in 1979 and made his first Barolo from the vineyard Conca in 1982. He started producing three of his most important cru in the town of La Morra: Barolo Conca, Barolo Gancia and Barolo Gallinotto.

Mauro’s eldest child, Matteo joined the family winery in 2003. Long passionate about the production of top-quality wines, Matteo showed interest in winemaking and taking care of the vineyards from a very young age. Matteo, like his father, attended Alba Winemaking School and after graduating, threw himself headlong into the family adventure.

After learning from Mauro, Matteo, a far-sighted and ambitious young man, brought fresh ideas and innovation to the company, promoting a type of winemaking aimed at enhancing the quality, the elegance and the superiority of the wines.
Another important objective for Matteo and his family is the environmental sustainability and respect for their territory, which has offered them such exceptional opportunities.

In 2009, Martina, Mauro’s younger daughter, joined the family business together with her father and brother. Martina also graduated from Alba Winemaking School. Thanks to her inquisitive mind and passion for communication, she directs her endeavours towards developing and advertising the company philosophy.

Today, they own 18 ha of vineyards and their wines receive high acclaim from critics year after year.

Grape

100% Nebbiolo

Vineyard & Vinification Note

Qualita sostenible certified (High environmental value certificate)

Soil: calcareous/clayey

Exposure: South, south/east

Harvest time: October

Vinification: maceration in contact with the grape skins for a duration of 10 days, alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks at controlled temperature, malolactic fermentation and ageing in French oak barriques for 18 months

Tasting Note

A Barolo with a rich and harmonious bouquet with hints of dried fruit and rose petals, with an intense and complex taste, persistent tannins that offer a very long finish.

Note from James Suckling

Flowers and sweet strawberries with hints of walnuts and dried flowers follow through to a full body with tight, chewy tannins that give form and tension to the wine. Closed and reserved. Needs time to come together. Better than the 2015 and 2016. Better after 2024. 95 Points, March 2021

Note from Wine Advocate

With fruit from La Morra, the Mauro Molino 2017 Barolo Conca shows some ripeness with dried raspberry and cherry, and the wine boasts an open-knit texture. The aromas are dense and rich; however, the primary freshness of the wine is present and makes for a good balance against those hot-vintage characteristics. Pretty tones of tobacco and spice fill in the rear. Overall, Conca shows extra width and volume. 94 Points. Monica Larner, June 2021

Note from Wine Spectator

This pure version is packed with cherry, plum, tobacco and spice aromas and flavors. The tannins are dense and tightly woven, with a touch of vanilla and toast on the finish. Well-integrated, with a long, languid finish. Best from 2025 through 2040. 252 cases made; 76 cases imported. 94 Points. Bruce Sanderson, April 2022

Food Pairing

Perfect partner to Italian food, ragú with pasta, wild mushroom risotto,  truffles. Great with Italian cheeses.