2009 Barolo Bussia Riserva Vigna Colonnello
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The 2009 Barolo Riserva Bussia Vigna Colonnello is a new and very beautiful wine from Prunotto. It offers bold intensity and a big aromatic footprint. Dark fruit, spice, leather and road paving are rolled into one pretty package. The wine makes an impact thanks to its smooth transitions and long polished feel. There is, however, a slightly prickly point of acidity that keeps the palate en guard.
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
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Monforte d’Alba. Mid ruby with a bright, orange rim. Lifted, leafy cherry with a hint of bell pepper on the nose. Transparent raspberry fruit that is just ripe, framed by firm tannins. Long and fragrant and could have done with a little more power, but it is certainly impressive for this hot vintage. (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.