The 2013 Giacomo Conterno Barolo Monfortino Riserva is a classic expression of Nebbiolo from the esteemed Piedmont region of Italy, specifically the Monfortino sub-appellation within Serralunga d'Alba. This wine, with a substantial alcohol content of 14.5%, is known for its robust character and complexity.

Wine Spectator awarded this wine an impressive score of 99, highlighting its "subtle aromas of cherry, wild herb and tobacco" and the "silky" texture that defines this superb Barolo. The publication emphasizes the wine's "fine weave to the dense tannins," suggesting that all elements come together beautifully in the "lingering aftertaste."

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate gave it a near-perfect score of 98, noting that the wine benefits from the diversion of all fruit from the Barolo Francia vineyard, which was not produced in 2013, to this vintage. The Advocate remarks on the similarities with the stunning 2010 vintage but notes the 2013 as "slightly more succulent and earthy" with "slightly looser, or softer" tannins.

James Suckling also rated the wine at 99, praising its "warm aromas of plums, rose petals and spices with hints of sandalwood." He describes the wine as having a "dense center palate with glorious fruit and a fantastic finish," and calls the tannins "very, very polished and fine."

Decanter, giving it a score of 97, praises the wine's ability to excel in cooler vintages, showcasing "fresh and savoury aromas of red cassis, cherry and blood orange." The review highlights its "velvety" palate and "pleasant and ripe tannins," asserting that it is "perfectly balanced" and promising a long aging potential.

Overall, the 2013 Giacomo Conterno Barolo Monfortino Riserva is a sophisticated and well-structured wine, celebrated by critics for its elegance and depth, promising enjoyment now and potential for decades of aging.