Barolo DOCG Bussia 2020 Fratelli Barale

What kind of wine is it?

Barolo Bussia by Fratelli Barale is an elegant and deep red wine, made exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes grown in Piedmont. Featuring a solid and complex structure, this wine stands out for its well-developed tannic framework and dry style. The decision to avoid fining or stabilisation before bottling helps preserve its character, granting it an excellent capacity to evolve over time.

Where does it come from?

The grapes are sourced directly from the Bussia Soprana vineyard, located in the renowned Barolo municipality, at the heart of the historic Langhe region. In this celebrated winemaking area, Fratelli Barale has been cultivating vineyards since the late nineteenth century and is now run by Eleonora and Gloria Barale. The single-plot origin guarantees this red a consistent and distinctive profile, an authentic expression of the Piedmontese hills.

How is it made?

Harvesting takes place at the beginning of October, followed by destemming and gentle crushing. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled oak vats for around thirty days, relying on the action of indigenous yeasts. The wine is then aged for three years in French oak barrels, allowing it to gradually achieve balance. Bottling is performed without invasive interventions, enabling the wine to rest in glass for at least twelve months before release.

Tasting notes

In the glass, it reveals a ruby red hue enhanced by elegant garnet reflections. The nose is broad and well defined, with classic hints of wilted rose, liquorice, leather, and tobacco. The palate is dry and velvety, supported by complex tannins that provide impressive structure, concluding with a persistent finish that echoes its dark aromatic notes.

Food pairing

This full-bodied red finds its ideal companion in flavourful dishes, such as roast red meats and noble poultry. Its dense tannic structure and long finish also make it perfect alongside game and braised meats, dishes that call for a wine able to match their richness. It also pairs very well with aged cheeses, thanks to its dry and enveloping texture.

When to serve it

Barolo Bussia proves an impeccable choice to enhance important gatherings or to accompany special lunches and dinners centred on meat. Thanks to its lengthy aging in oak and extended bottle refinement, it delivers a structured sip that continues to reveal nuances in the glass. It’s the ideal bottle when you want to share a red with a austere and profound character, true to the local winemaking spirit.