2009 Barbaresco
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Prunotto's 2009 Barbaresco is just as impressive as it was last year. A seductive, polished wine, the 2009 graces the palate with succulent red berries, sweet tobacco, licorice, wild flowers and savory herbs. The 2009 can be enjoyed today with some decanting and will continue to drink well for another decade-plus. This is a beautiful entry-level showing from Prunotto.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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The 2009 Barbaresco blossoms on the palate with dried herbs, tobacco, crushed flowers and sweet red berries. The aromas and flavors are those of a warm vintage, yet there is considerable structure underpinning the fruit. Although likely to be a relatively fast-maturing wine, the 2009 should probably be cellared for another year or two to allow the tannins to soften. This is quite impressive for an entry-level Barbaresco.
The 2009 Barbaresco blossoms on the palate with dried herbs, tobacco, crushed flowers and sweet red berries. The aromas and flavors are those of a warm vintage, yet there is considerable structure underpinning the fruit. Although likely to be a relatively fast-maturing wine, the 2009 should probably be cellared for another year or two to allow the tannins to soften. This is quite impressive for an entry-level Barbaresco. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2021. This is a terrific set of new releases from Prunotto. In particular, this year I was impressed with the quality and consistency of the entry-level offerings. Importer: Ste. Michelle Wine Estates, Woodinville, WA, tel. (425) 415-3738
Barbaresco, Treiso. Palish ruby with broad orange rim. Herbaceous and austere. Not entirely ripe it seems. Stingy. (WS)
About the producer
Founded in 1904 as Cantina Sociale "Ai Vini delle Langhe", Prunotto lies between Barolo and Barbaresco in the heart of the Langhe. Now part of the Antinori family of estates, it crafts terroir-driven wines that showcase the region's finest vineyard sites.