Monforte d'Alba Riserva
⏳ Drinking Window
2016 - 2036
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Classic slow-cooked beef stew (such as Brasato al Barolo), rich pasta dishes featuring fresh white truffles, and mature, savory cheeses like Castelmagno.
✨ Technical Specifications
Crafted by the historic Prunotto estate, which dates back to the early 20th century when Alfredo Prunotto rescued a struggling local cooperative in Alba, this Riserva represents the pinnacle of Nebbiolo from the rugged, sun-drenched hills of Monforte d'Alba. The terroir here is defined by ancient Helvetian soils rich in clay, sand, and limestone, which naturally impart a formidable structure, deep intensity, and profound minerality to the grapes. To craft this Riserva, the hand-harvested Nebbiolo undergoes extended maceration followed by years of patient aging in large oak casks and bottle, allowing the fierce Monforte tannins to slowly integrate. The result is a majestic red showing classic notes of dried rose petals, tar, dark cherry, licorice, and forest floor, wrapped in a powerful yet velvety frame that honors Piedmont's legendary winemaking heritage.
🍾 About the Producer
Originally established in 1904 as the cooperative 'Ai Vini delle Langhe', the estate was acquired and redefined by visionary winemaker Alfredo Prunotto in 1922, establishing a legacy of excellence in Alba, Piedmont. After decades of pioneering single-vineyard cru bottlings under the Colla family, the historic estate became part of the Marchesi Antinori family in 1989, blending centuries-old Tuscan heritage with classic Piedmontese tradition. Prunotto champions precision viticulture and terroir-focused winemaking across the region's top terroirs, crafting legendary Nebbiolo expressions such as Barolo Bussia and Barbaresco Bric Turot alongside vibrant Barbera d'Asti, Roero Arneis, and fine grappas.
🍇 Grape Varieties
100% Nebbiolo