Barolo Prapò shows a ruby red color and nuances of garnet red, moderate
transparency. The nose denotes intense, clean, pleasing, refined and
elegant aromas that start with hints of cherry, plum and violet followed by
aromas of strawberry jam, raspberry, vanilla, laurel, chocolate, cinnamon,
tobacco, mace and menthol. The mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a
tannic attack and pleasing crispness, however balanced by alcohol, full
body, intense flavors, pleasing roundness. The finish is persistent with
flavors of cherry, plum and raspberry. Barolo Prapò ages for 24 months in
cask followed by 15 months of aging in bottle. |