Prapo

Barolo Red Blend

The Ettore Germano Prapo is a captivating red blend hailing from the prestigious Barolo region, known for producing some of the finest wines in Italy. This enchanting wine showcases a deep ruby hue that invites you to explore its intricate profile. On the palate, it offers a full-bodied experience with a robust and complex structure, supported by well-integrated tannins that create a firm backbone. The acidity is beautifully balanced, adding a lively freshness to each sip. You will encounter layers of fruit intensity, revealing prominent notes of dark cherries, blackberry, and subtle hints of dried herbs, which dance harmoniously with delicate earthy undertones typical of the Barolo terroir. As a dry wine, it leaves a lasting impression of elegance and finesse, making it a delightful choice for any special occasion or a cozy evening by the fireplace.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Leather

Earth

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Medium

Low Pronounced

Region:

Barolo

Revered as the "king of wines" and the "wine of kings," Barolo is one of Italy's top red wines. Don't let its pale color fool you—a good Barolo packs a serious punch. Barolo is made from Nebbiolo, a grape that is famously complex, with a love-it-or-hate-it potpourri aroma often described as "tar and roses." As well as these savory and floral notes, other flavors you might find in your glass include red cherry, star anise and leather. While there are a lot of good Nebbiolo wines made in Piedmont, to gain the name "Barolo" a wine must come from the Barolo region. The wine also needs to spend 40 months aging before release, with at least 18 of those months spent in oak barrels. The DOCG (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita) classification is the top tier for Italian wine classifications. It controls production methods and wine quality. Strict rules oversee the production of DOCG designated wines, including allowed varietals, winemaking procedures, barrel and bottle aging methods, grape ripeness and limits on grape yields during harvest. DOCG wines are also required to be officially tasted. DOCG bottles have numbered government seals across the neck of the bottle to prevent forgery.

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