Barolo DOCG Bussia

Age of vineyards

15-50 years old.

Density of vineyards

5.500 plants per hectare.

Altitude of vineyards

280/300 meters above sea level.

Exposure

From South/East to South/West.

Soil

Sandstone, marny, muddy, chalky soil.

Grape Harvest

Carefully by hand in small holed baskets.

Vinification

After a soft pressing the grape occurs a long maceration. The alcoholic fermentation starts spontaneously with its indigenous yeasts without using sulfites.

Aging

In small oak barrels for minimum 18 months in contact with its indigenous yeasts, in bottle for almost 6 months, in bottle at controlled temperature of 15°C.

Color

Deep ruby garnet red.

Nose

Rich, with red fruit notes, rose petals and earth, hints of spice and mint.

Flavor

The palate is wrapped by its noble tannins of fine-grained, sweet, silky tannins.

Serving temperature

16°C.

Serving suggestions

Red meat roasts , all game, truffle dishes and ripe cheese.

Bottle Sizes

L. 0,375; L. 0,750; L. 1,500; L. 3,000; L. 5,000.