# Prachiosso (Lorenzo Negro)

> Red, Roero DOCG by [Lorenzo Negro](https://ilvinobello.com/wineries/lorenzo-negro.md), Roero, Piemonte, Italy. From Il Vino Bello (https://ilvinobello.com/wines/lorenzo-negro-prachiosso).

- **Producer:** Lorenzo Negro
- **Style:** Red
- **Denomination:** Roero DOCG
- **Grape:** Nebbiolo
- **Cru / vineyard:** Prachiosso
- **Soil:** Loam with sand
- **Exposure:** South/southwest, elevated position
- **Harvest:** End of October, by hand in small boxes
- **Vinification:** Destemmed, fermented at controlled temperature in stainless steel for 15 to 18 days. Ripens 18 months in French durmast barrels, then several months in bottle.
- **Serving temperature:** 14-16°C
- **Storage:** Ages about 5 to 10 years
- **Last updated:** 2026-02-16


## Summary

Roero Nebbiolo from the Prachiosso geographic mention, aged 18 months in French oak.

## Tasting notes

Deep ruby red with a brick hue with age. Fruity nose with balsamic notes of laurel, sage and juniper, and spicy hints of tobacco and liquorice. Persistent, fine palate with notable but delicate tannins and a broad finish with soft toasty notes.

## Food pairings

Beef tagliata, fondue with white truffle, guinea fowl with orange zest