Prunotto’s 2003 Barolo is a sweet, engaging effort. It reveals a layered yet full-bodied personality in its expressive plums, prunes and spices, with terrific balance and poise for the vintage. It should be a relatively accessible Barolo ideal for near-term consumption. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2015. Importer: Winebow, Hohokus, NJ; tel. (201) 445-0620

Has bright berry aromas, with crushed dark fruit and mineral. Full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a long, fresh finish. Very pretty. Needs a little time to round out the edges. Best after 2009. 7,500 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add