Barolo, 1955 Red Wine

Alfredo Prunotto - Riserva

Bottle size: 75cl

ABV: 13%

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£349.00

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Description

The 1955 Barolo Riserva from Alfredo Prunotto is a stunning example of traditional Barolo at its most elegant and age-worthy. Produced in a legendary vintage and crafted by one of Piedmont’s most respected historic houses, this wine embodies the classic virtues of Nebbiolo: longevity, aromatic complexity, and graceful evolution over time.

In the glass, it shows a translucent garnet hue with pronounced amber and brick-orange edges, a visual testament to its age. The nose is hauntingly complex, with beautifully evolved aromas of dried rose petals, sour cherry, leather, tobacco leaf, and sweet spices. With time in the glass, layers of truffle, forest floor, and dried herbs unfold, creating a deeply nostalgic bouquet.

On the palate, the wine is refined and fully mature, with softened tannins and a silky texture. Bright acidity remains, giving life to flavours of dried red berries, balsamic undertones, orange peel, and earthy minerality. The balance is superb, with each element in harmony and a finish that is persistent, delicate, and thought-provoking.

The 1955 vintage is considered one of the finest of the decade in Barolo, known for its structure and exceptional aging potential. This Riserva bottling from Alfredo Prunotto—a benchmark estate for classic Langhe winemaking—represents not just a beautifully aged wine but a profound experience, capturing the soul of a remarkable time and place in Italian wine history.

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