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RedBaroloDOCG

Bussia Barolo DOCG

by Prunotto · Piedmont, Italy

AppellationBaroloDOCG
TypeRed
GrapesNebbiolo
Alcohol14.0%
SweetnessDry
ColourRed
Colour depthDeep
BodyFull-bodied
Serve at18–20 °C
Keeps for15 years
Bottled in0.75 l · 1.5 l
PrunottoPiedmont, Italy

About this wine

Vineyard and terroir

The Bussia vineyard lies in Monforte at 350 metres above sea level, with a southern exposure. Its Tortonian soils consist of calcareous clay alternating with layers of sand.

Vinification

For the 2021 vintage, the grapes were harvested between 29 September and 13 October, selected, destemmed and crushed. Maceration on the skins lasted 8–10 days at a maximum temperature of 30 °C. Malolactic fermentation was completed by the end of winter.

Ageing

The wine matured for around 18 months in oak barrels of different sizes.

Tasting profile

Elegant and rich, with remarkable persistence. It is approachable when young.

Label / history

Prunotto first produced this historic single-vineyard wine in 1961.