Secondine
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Typically best enjoyed 5 to 15 years from the vintage release, with the potential to develop further complexity over two decades in exceptional vintages.
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Slow-cooked beef stew, handmade pasta with fresh truffles, and aged cheeses such as Pecorino or Castelmagno.
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Prunotto's Secondine is a distinguished expression of Barbaresco DOCG, crafted from 100% Nebbiolo grapes grown in the historical Secondine cru, situated in the heart of the Barbaresco commune. This amphitheater-shaped vineyard, lying close to the Tanaro River, benefits from a unique microclimate and soils rich in clay, silt, and sand. The historic Prunotto estate, which began as a cooperative in 1904 before being revitalized by Alfredo Prunotto and later championed by the Antinori family, focuses on capturing the elegant, ethereal side of Nebbiolo. Fermented in stainless steel and aged in traditional oak casks, Secondine is celebrated for its refined tannins, vibrant acidity, and complex aromas of wild berries, rose petals, and white pepper.
🍾 wine.about_producer
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.