2020 Barolo Prapo
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The Ettore Germano 2020 Barolo Prapò shows polished, silky intensity and good length. There are oak and spice notes, but they remain well integrated. However, the bouquet is quite unique in the case of the Prapò, as it offers a combination of fruit and leafy tones that are sweet in character. I'm reminded of snow peas or dried herb and sweet orange. Production is 9,000 bottles.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
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Serralunga d’Alba. Palish ruby. Hints of oak covering the subdued fruit on the nose. Seems almost a little reduced, but this is still a bit embryonic. Lots of juice and with great purity on the palate, it is still very youthful and with gripping but finely ground tannins. Promising. (WS)
The 2020 Barolo 2020 Prapo is bright ruby-colored and reveals lifted aromas of dark minerals, black raspberries, sweet floral notes, and crushed pine needles. The palate is open and medium-bodied, with its fruity side shining all the way through to its clean finish. It has good freshness but lacks the power you would expect from Serralunga. That being said, it’s quite charming now, with a lot to offer over the coming 7-8 years, even if it’s not going to be the most long-lived.
The 2020 Barolo Prapò is imposing in its presence. Dark red cherry, plum, blood orange, spice, leather and dried herbs are beautifully amplified. A broad, ample wine, the Prapò offers tons of stature and plenty of character to match. This is very nicely done. One of the highlights in the range, it’s the classiest Barolo of the bunch.