Barolo DOCG

A classic Barolo from Piedmont — tannin-rich, structured, and with the typical character of the Nebbiolo grape from the Langhe hills.

Prunotto is one of the most well-known houses in Barolo. The winery, based in Alba, looks back on a history that reaches back into the 1920s. Today part of the Antinori group, Prunotto works with grapes from several sites in the growing area — the classic entry-level Barolo shows the broad character of the Denominazione without the idiosyncrasy of a single vineyard.

After 18 months of maturation in oak barrels and another 12 months in the bottle, a ripe aroma profile appears: blackberry, black cherry, a hint of blackberry liqueur in the background. On the palate, firm yet silky tannins — the wood maturation has rounded off the typical Nebbiolo austerity without giving up the structure. The finish brings cocoa and ripe dark fruit.

• Food: Brasato al Barolo, venison goulash, mature Parmigiano Reggiano
• Temperature: 17–18 °C, ideally decant 30–45 minutes beforehand