Prunotto
Mompertone Prunotto Monferrato
2019
$24.25
About this winery
In 1923, the renowned wine-maker, Alfredo Prunotto, took over the Cantina Sociale "Vini delle Langhe" in Alba which, right after the First World War, had fallen on difficult times. Thanks to Alfredo and his wife's great passion, the Prunotto winery soon became famous, exporting its wines throughout the world. In 1956, Prunotto retired from business and sold the company to wine-maker and friend Beppe Colla. In 1972, the business grew and moved to the present...
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Production notes
Mompertone comes from vineyards in the Monferrato area that grow on soils composed of limestone and clay with widespread sand veining. This terroir gives the wine a round palate characterized by soft and elegant tannins.
Tasting notes
Mompertone is an intense rub red color. The nose offers captivating notes of spices, vanilla, cacao, forest floor and cherries. Mompertone’s rich and velvety palate is persistent and well balanced with supple elegant tannins