Prunotto, Barolo Bussia other_regions_australia (from a mix of vines

(from a mix of vines that average 60+ years of age

the biggest bragging point here

35 ha parcel close to the main road)

This is at once seductive and classy and should also drink reasonably well young but reward up to a decade of cellaring

A more deeply pitched and brooding nose only grudgingly reveals its aromas of cassis plum liqueur and pungent earth where the latter is also found on the vibrant and well-detailed big-bodied and tautly muscular flavors that deliver excellent depth and persistence

Prunotto, Barolo Bussia other_regions_australia (from a mix of vinesVery dark ruby red. Intense blackberry, plum and Indian spices. Full bodied, with superripe, powerful tannins and a long, long finish. Balanced, refined and beautifully textured. Better than I remember. Impressive. 1997 Italian blind retrospective. Best after 2009. 1,500 cases made. JS