Prunotto Barolo 2017
- v92
- ws89
Garnet in colour and on the nose, wide and complex with hints of violet and forest fruit aromas. On the palate, full and velvety and well balanced. Due to its structure and characteristics, it is a perfect match for meat and game dishes, and tasty cheeses. Ideal serving temperature 17°C] Technical notes The selected grapes were destemmed and pressed. Maceration lasted 10 days at a maximum temperature of 30 °C. Malolactic fermentation was carried out before the end of winter. Ageing lasted 24 months in 100 Hl and 50 Hl Slavonian and French oak barrels and a small quantity in second time used Barriques. A further 12 months of bottle ageing followed in Prunotto's cellars before shipping. Alcohol 14% vol. Total Acidity 5.50 g/l Dry extract 30.50 g/l
Vinous
- v92
Prunotto's 2017 Barolo is a very pretty, ethereal wine. Rose petal, spice, blood orange, mint and crushed red berry fruit are all nicely lifted. There is maybe just a bit of firmness to the tannin, but that also lends energy and drive. Drink this charming, gracious Barolo over the next decade or so.
Wine Spectator
- ws89
A lightweight, tangy Barolo, marked by an appealing mix of cherry, orange peel, iron and licorice flavors. Balanced and approachable now, with moderate length. Drink now through 2028. 1,000 cases imported.