Riserva
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Typically best enjoyed 10–25 years from the vintage release.
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Brasato al Barolo (beef braised in red wine), roasted wild game with truffle polenta, and aged cheeses such as Castelmagno.
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Prunotto’s history in Piedmont dates back to 1904, originally founded as a cooperative before being revitalized by Alfredo Prunotto. The estate's Riserva represents the pinnacle of Nebbiolo craftsmanship, typically sourced from prized parcels in the Langhe hills, such as the legendary Bussia vineyard in Monforte d'Alba. This wine undergoes extended aging in large oak casks and bottle, adhering to the strict traditional requirements for the Riserva designation. The terroir, characterized by soils rich in clay, limestone, and sand, imparts a profound structural complexity, high acidity, and firm tannins. Over decades, this slow-aging masterpiece develops ethereal aromas of dried roses, leather, tar, and autumnal forest floor, embodying the noble heritage of Piedmontese winemaking.
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Established in 1923 when Alfredo Prunotto acquired the cooperative 'Ai Vini delle Langhe,' the Prunotto winery is situated in Alba, in the heart of Italy's Piedmont region. Under the stewardship of the Antinori family since 1989, the estate has consistently championed the diverse terroirs of the Langhe and Monferrato hills. Prunotto balances traditional Piedmontese winemaking practices, such as aging in large oak casks, with modern precision to craft elegant, terroir-driven wines. The winery is celebrated for its exceptional single-vineyard expressions, including the Barolo Bussia and Barbaresco Bric Turot, alongside classic regional styles like Nebbiolo d'Alba Occhetti and Roero Arneis.