At a glance

Producer

Prunotto

Region

Roero, Piedmont, Italy

Grape variety

Nebbiolo

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

USD $22-32

Tasting profile

Vivid red fruits (raspberry, cherry), floral notes (violet, rose), hints of spice and subtle earthiness; juicy, fresh, and moderately structured.

Evolution: With age: developed notes of dried herbs, leather, and truffle; tannins soften further, fruit becomes more savory.

At peak: Optimal integration of floral aromatics, red fruit, and delicate earthy complexity.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-high

Tannins

Medium, fine-grained

Alcohol

13.5%

Aging potential

5-7 years; best within 3-5 years of vintage

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2025 to 2027

Optimal window

2024 to 2029

Current status

Approachable now but will benefit from short-term cellaring

Current condition

Youthful, fresh, showing bright fruit

Roero Nebbiolo such as Prunotto Occhetti expresses both early aromatic charm and benefits from short-term aging. The structure supports short to mid-term development, but it's designed for relatively early consumption compared to Barolo/Barbaresco.

Food pairing

Risotto with mushrooms, roast poultry, pork loin, light game, mature cheeses, classic Italian dishes with tomato and herbs.

Serving

Serving temperature

16-18°C / 61-64°F

Decant

Yes (30-45 minutes) — Young Nebbiolo benefits from gentle aeration to soften tannins and lift aromatics.

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 6/10

Integrated pest management, reduction in pesticide/fungicide use, partial renewable energy use in winery, lighter bottles used for some lines but not all, water recycling programs in the cellar, no significant commitment to full regenerative or chemical-free farming.

Prunotto is part of the Antinori group, which emphasizes gradual sustainability improvements. In Roero and across their estates, they've implemented measures to reduce chemical usage, improve energy efficiency, and encourage biodiversity. However, Prunotto Occhetti is not certified organic or fully sustainable, and packaging could be improved. Carbon footprint higher for non-European markets due to shipping. Overall, it's somewhat above industry average for sustainability among mid-size Piedmont producers, but not a regional leader.