Prunotto Langhe Nebbiolo Occhetti 2023

Prunotto Langhe Nebbiolo Occhetti 2023 is a graceful expression of Nebbiolo from the sandy hills of Roero in Piedmont, crafted under the expert guidance of the Antinori family. This is a more approachable, silky style of Nebbiolo that still captures the variety’s signature perfume, structure and length. It’s an ideal choice for those who love Barolo and Barbaresco but want something ready to enjoy now, especially at the table.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Occhetti 2023 shows a vibrant ruby red hue with garnet highlights at the rim, a classic visual cue of young Nebbiolo. The nose is elegant and lifted, opening with fresh raspberry and wild strawberry, followed by notes of rose petals, violet, subtle licorice and a delicate hint of spice. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied yet surprisingly full and rounded, with fine, chalky tannins that are well integrated and never harsh. Juicy red berry fruit is layered with floral tones, sweet spice and a hint of anise, all carried by a lively, refreshing acidity. The finish is long and lingering, with raspberry, rose and gentle licorice echoing on the aftertaste. While designed to be enjoyed in its youth for its purity of fruit and elegance, this vintage will comfortably evolve over the next 4–6 years, gaining a touch of complexity and softness with short-term cellaring.

Production
Occhetti is sourced from the historic Occhetti vineyard in Monteu Roero, on the left bank of the Tanaro River, where sandy, calcareous soils and rolling hills give Nebbiolo a particularly fragrant, refined character. The grapes are harvested by hand to ensure optimal selection in the vineyard, typically in October when Nebbiolo reaches full phenolic ripeness. After gentle destemming and crushing, fermentation and maceration take place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve freshness and aroma, with careful pump-overs to extract color and fine tannins. The wine then ages in a combination of large oak casks and inert vessels for several months, allowing the structure to soften and the bouquet to harmonize before bottling.

Food & Serving
Prunotto Langhe Nebbiolo Occhetti 2023 is a versatile food wine that shines alongside classic Italian dishes such as tajarin with meat ragù, mushroom risotto, vitello tonnato, roasted poultry, grilled lamb chops and earthy dishes featuring truffles or porcini. It also pairs beautifully with semi-aged cheeses like Taleggio, Fontina and mild Pecorino. Serve at 16–18°C (60–64°F) for optimal expression. A brief decant of 30 minutes can help open up the aromatics and soften the tannins, especially in its youth, but it can also be enjoyed straight from the bottle with a few minutes in the glass.

Producer
Prunotto is a historic Piedmontese estate based in Alba, with roots dating back to the early 20th century and a long-standing reputation for producing benchmark wines from Langhe and Monferrato. Since the 1990s, the winery has been under the stewardship of the Antinori family, one of Italy’s most revered wine dynasties, who have invested significantly in vineyards and cellar technology while preserving Prunotto’s traditional character. Today Prunotto is considered a key reference point for high-quality Barolo, Barbaresco and Langhe wines, consistently earning critical acclaim for its ability to combine regional typicity with precision, balance and drinkability.

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