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Barolo DOCG Riserva Bussia 2012

  • Red fruit
  • Gastronomic wine
  • Icon wine
  • Color: Red
  • 13.50% 
  • 0.75L
  • Intensity
  • Full-bodied

This domain is constantly improving, giving us gems like this complex Barolo with floral aromas. More info

This 100% Nebbiolo varietal was produced at Domaine Prunotto, which was founded by Alfredo Prunotto at the beginning of the 20th century. Known as one of the leading estates in the heart of Piedmont, it is simply a must-taste and a must-see! A magnificent amphitheatre-shaped vineyard is home for these vines, which face south and southwest.
Once harvested, the grapes are destemmed and crushed. Maceration of the skins lasts 8 to 10 days before fermentation. Aging takes place in oak barrels of different sizes, for 18 months.
In colour, it’s ruby red, with hints of a darker garnet. On the nose its floral with red fruit aromas and added spice. On the palate, it is intense with a pleasant finish.

Barolo DOCG Riserva Bussia serve at a temperature of 16°C. It will pair perfectly with the following dishes: Osso bucco de veau à la milanaise, Cailles au raisin , Chapon farci.

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Barolo DOCG Riserva Bussia

The wine

This 100% Nebbiolo varietal was produced at Domaine Prunotto, which was founded by Alfredo Prunotto at the beginning of the 20th century. Known as one of the leading estates in the heart of Piedmont, it is simply a must-taste and a must-see! A magnificent amphitheatre-shaped vineyard is home for these vines, which face south and southwest.
Once harvested, the grapes are destemmed and crushed. Maceration of the skins lasts 8 to 10 days before fermentation. Aging takes place in oak barrels of different sizes, for 18 months.
In colour, it’s ruby red, with hints of a darker garnet. On the nose its floral with red fruit aromas and added spice. On the palate, it is intense with a pleasant finish.

Detailed characteristics

  • Quantity: 1 Bottle
  • Level: 1 into-neck
  • Label: 1 good appearance
  • Origin: Producer
  • Recoverable VAT: Yes
  • Original Wooden Case / Original Case: No
  • French customs seal: yes
  • Alcohol percentage: 13.50 %
  • Country/Region: Italy - Piedmont
  • Appellation/Wine: Barolo DOCG Riserva
  • Producer/Owner: Prunotto - Antinori
  • Vintage: 2012
  • Color: Red
  • Service temperature: 16°
  • Viticulture: Conventional 
  • Size (in ha): 65
  • Intensity: Full-bodied
  • Dominant aroma: Red fruit
  • Tasting occasion: Gastronomic wine
  • Grape variety: 100% nebbiolo
Barolo DOCG Riserva Bussia
Barolo DOCG Riserva Bussia

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