2018 Daniele Conterno Barolo Bussia

Winemaker Notes: Aldo Conterno’s Barolo Bussia is produced from five hectares of prime vineyards in Bussia Soprano, the original section of what has become a rather large vineyard in recent years. These five hectares are spread across three separate parcels with vines averaging 35-40 years old, with no vines younger than 20 years old.

CRITICAL ACCLAIM


James Suckling - "Pleasant dried red berries, pressed flowers and some brazil nut on the nose. Medium-bodied with spicy fruit flavors. The tannins are more in the back seat this year and this gives the mid-palate quite an open-knit mouth-feel. Finishes a little tighter with good fruit and spice."


Wine Spectator - "A ripe style, this reveals macerated plum, cherry, spice, hay, tobacco and mineral flavors. This has an elegant feel, despite the dense, refined tannins, with a lasting mouthwatering impression. Best After 2025."


Jeb Dunnuck - "Tasted over two days, the pale ruby 2018 Barolo Bussia is rather reserved, with subtle aromas of red berries, mint, and baking spice. This easy-drinking red is medium-bodied and offers subtle tannins, a lean texture, fresh acidity, and notes of pomegranate and salty earth. Best After 2023."