Barolo Prapo 2020

Description of the Ceretto Winery

Domaine Ceretto, established in Piedmont in Italy, is a renowned vineyard which stands out for its production of high quality Barolo and Barbaresco wines. With a strong commitment to sustainable viticultural practices and precision viticulture, Ceretto aims to express the best of the local terroir while respecting the environment. The estate combines traditional methods and modern innovations to create wines that are benchmarks around the world.

Description of the Cuvée Barolo Prapò

The Cuvée Barolo Prapò from Ceretto is a wine of remarkable finesse and complexity. Coming from the Prapò cru, this Barolo is made exclusively from Nebbiolo, harvested by hand and from carefully cultivated vines. After careful vinification, the wine is aged in oak barrels to allow its flavors to evolve, resulting in a Barolo with impeccable structure and lingering aromas. This Barolo Prapò stands out for its aromatic intensity and elegance, embodying the quintessence of Nebbiolo from this specific area of ​​Piedmont.

Aromas of the Cuvée

This Barolo Prapò seduces with a bouquet rich in aromas of ripe black fruits such as cherry and plum, complemented by notes of violet, menthol and licorice. Passage in oak barrels gives it nuances of tobacco, coffee and cocoa, which integrate harmoniously to offer a complex and captivating olfactory experience.

Characteristics of the Cuvée

• Grape variety: Nebbiolo
• Profile: A powerful wine full of nuances, characterized by robust tannins and rich acidity which give it considerable aging potential. Barolo Prapò is renowned for its depth and ability to develop beautifully over time.
• Aging Potential: This Barolo is intended for long maturation in the cellar, where it will continue to evolve and enrich, revealing additional layers of complexity over the years.

Pairings with this Cuvée

Barolo Prapò is ideal to accompany rich and flavorful dishes such as truffle risottos, braised meat dishes or mature cheeses. Its tannic structure and aromatic profile allow it to pair perfectly with complex and intensely flavored dishes.

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