{"product_id":"prunotto-barbaresco-magnum-2023","title":"Prunotto Barbaresco Magnum 2023","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrunotto's Barbaresco is a still red wine that masterfully interprets the elegance of Langhe's \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e. To the eye, it presents a clear garnet red hue, revealing a \u003cstrong\u003ecomplex bouquet\u003c\/strong\u003e dominated by notes of red fruit and intense spicy hints. On the palate, it is full and enveloping, outlining a refined style that lingers in a \u003cstrong\u003epersistent aftertaste\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its pronounced velvety texture, endorsed by the ninety-two points awarded by James Suckling, makes it ideal for pairing with \u003cstrong\u003ered meats\u003c\/strong\u003e and mature cheeses, best enjoyed after about an hour of decanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis red wine is born in the heart of Piedmont, within the Barbaresco production area, in vineyards located in the Alba region. The vines sink their roots into soils from the Tortonian-Messinian period, characterised by the \u003cstrong\u003eFossil Marls of Sant’Agata\u003c\/strong\u003e, precious lands rich in minerals such as zinc, boron, and manganese. The fine particle composition creates easily erodible layers, forming \u003cstrong\u003esilty marls\u003c\/strong\u003e that enhance the wine's complexity of flavour. In this geological context, \u003cstrong\u003eNebbiolo\u003c\/strong\u003e expresses its full aromatic potential and a profound territorial character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter careful selection, the grapes are destemmed and crushed. The process involves a \u003cstrong\u003eskin maceration\u003c\/strong\u003e of fifteen days at a controlled temperature. Once malolactic fermentation is completed before the end of winter, maturation continues for about a year in \u003cstrong\u003eoak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e of various sizes. This measured period in wood defines a \u003cstrong\u003estructured wine\u003c\/strong\u003e with a full-bodied sip, smoothing the tannins to maintain absolute fidelity to the grape's natural qualities and ensuring excellent ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBarbaresco DOCG\u003c\/strong\u003e from Prunotto brings out the best in the prestigious Nebbiolo from the Langhe. The grapes, grown on prized fossil marl rich in minerals, give the wine an intense and deep aromatic profile. The expert vinification involves fifteen days of maceration at 30°C, followed by \u003cstrong\u003eageing in oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for one year, which shapes its full and velvety palate. Awarded \u003cstrong\u003e92 points by James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e, this generous Magnum format of 1.5 litres is ideal for enhancing elegant dinners featuring red meats and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Prunotto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46605255147691,"sku":"61364","price":64.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-ch\/products\/prunotto-barbaresco-magnum-2023","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}