Prunotto
Langhe Nebbiolo Occhetti 2024
| Denomination | DOC Langhe Nebbiolo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Ageing for 12 months in oak casks and barriques, followed by approximately 4 months of bottle rest (approximately 16 months in total before bottling/commercialisation). |
- Type: Still red wine Langhe DOC from Piedmont, 100% Nebbiolo
- Aromas: Hints of raspberry, rose and liquorice
- Palate: Full-bodied, integrated tannins, balanced finish
- Origin: Vineyards in Occhetti on marine sands, gravel and clay
- Vinification: Maceration at 29°C, aged for 12 months in oak and 4 months in the bottle
Description
What type of wine it is
Langhe Nebbiolo Occhetti by Prunotto is a still red wine from Piedmont produced purely from Nebbiolo grapes. Belonging to the prestigious Langhe denomination, this wine stands out for its elegant and enveloping profile. On the nose it expresses clear floral and fruity hints, with notes of rose, raspberry and liquorice, while on the palate it offers a fine and well-integrated tannic texture. Characterised by a full body and matured in oak barrels, it provides a long, harmonious and persistent finish.
Where it comes from
The grapes destined for this wine come from the territory of Alba, nestled between the hills of the Langhe and Roero in Piedmont. The renowned vineyards of the Occhetti area, from which this historic wine has been produced since the seventies, enjoy an altitude of approximately 250 metres above sea level and a perfect exposure to the south and south-west. The soil is characterised by stratified marine sands, alternating with layers of gravel and sediments of a clayey-calcareous nature. This particular geological composition is essential for giving the grapes structural elegance and soft tannins, faithfully translating the nuances of the territory into the glass.
How it is produced
Processing begins in October with the careful harvesting of the bunches. In the cellar, following de-stemming and crushing, the must undergoes fermentation at a controlled temperature, accompanied by maceration on the skins for about ten days. Malolactic fermentation is completed before the winter season, giving stability to the organoleptic profile. The evolution of the wine involves ageing in oak barrels and barriques for twelve months, followed by a further rest in the bottle for four months, designed to perfect the gustatory harmony before being released onto the market.
History and Interesting Facts
Occhetti is a historic wine from the Prunotto winery, produced since the 1970s, and represents a true excellence of Piedmont. Founded in Alba in 1923 by Alfredo Prunotto, this renowned winery is now part of the Marchesi Antinori family. The dedication to showcasing the local area is fully expressed in this Langhe DOC, crafted from Nebbiolo grapes grown on the hills between the Langhe and Roero.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
16 - 18 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1904
- Oenologist: Gianluca Torrengo
- Bottles produced: 1.116.400
- Hectares: 70
The Antinori family, charmed by such rich natural beauty, unique vineyards and soils, decided to invest time and energy in this terroir confident that their efforts would make Prunotto what it is today, one of the most important winemaking estates in the Piedmont region. Read more
| Name | Prunotto Langhe Nebbiolo Occhetti 2024 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Langhe DOC |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 13.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Prunotto |
| Story | History and Interesting Facts Occhetti is a historic wine from the Prunotto winery, produced since the 1970s, and represents a true excellence of Piedmont. Founded in Alba in 1923 by Alfredo Prunotto, this renowned winery is now part of the Marchesi Antinori family. The dedication to showcasing the local area is fully expressed in this Langhe DOC, crafted from Nebbiolo grapes grown on the hills between the Langhe and Roero. |
| Origin | Alba (Cuneo), Piedmont (between the Langhe and the Roero) |
| Climate | The 2024 season began with a mild winter and some wet spells, followed by a relatively wet spring and summer. |
| Soil composition | Stratified shallow marine sands with gravel levels and clayey-calcareous intercalations |
| Harvest | From 1st to 5th October (early October) |
| Fermentation temperature | 29 degrees Celsius |
| Fermentation | About 10 days |
| Production technique | Temperature-controlled fermentation with maceration on the skins (approximately 7–10 days), completion of malolactic fermentation, and ageing for 12 months in oak casks and barriques followed by resting in the bottle (approximately 4 months). |
| Wine making | Production begins in early October with the harvesting of the Nebbiolo. After de-stemming and crushing, the must ferments at a controlled temperature (approx. 29 °C) with skin maceration for around 7–10 days. Malolactic fermentation is completed before winter. This is followed by ageing for 12 months in oak casks and barriques, then approximately 4 months of bottle rest before being released to the market. |
| Aging | Ageing for 12 months in oak casks and barriques, followed by approximately 4 months of bottle rest (approximately 16 months in total before bottling/commercialisation). |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |