Conterno Aldo
Barolo Bussia 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Barolo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | After 4-5 months in stainless steel tanks and repeated rackings, maturation in large Slavonian oak barrels for about 26-28 months, then bottling. |
- Origin: Bussia, Monforte d’Alba (Piedmont), 400 metres on calcareous marl and sand
- Grapes and style: 100% Nebbiolo with notes of rose, leather, plum and citrus
- Vinification: 25-30 days maceration in stainless steel, fermentation up to 32°C
- Ageing: 26-28 months in large Slavonian oak barrels with periodic racking
- Awards and pairings: 94/100 Decanter, 95/100 James Suckling; ideal with meats and game
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Aldo Conterno Barolo Bussia is a red wine of great structure, an authentic expression of Nebbiolo grapes in the Michet and Lampia varieties. On the nose, it reveals a deep olfactory profile, characterised by notes of leather, vanilla pod, rose petals, plum and citrus. On the palate, it is taut and fresh, supported by a high acidity that enhances aromas of cherry, anise and subtle hints of oregano. Naturally predisposed to long ageing, this wine requires time to fully express its extraordinary organoleptic potential. Its refined complexity makes it the ideal pairing for intense meat dishes, game and mature cow’s milk cheeses.
Where it comes from
This wine originates from the historic Bussia area, in the municipality of Monforte d’Alba, a prime area for the production of Barolo in Piedmont. The vineyards are located on hillsides at around four hundred metres above sea level, on soil composed of calcareous marl alternating with layers of sand. This particular soil configuration ensures the wine has gustatory tension and a precise aromatic definition. The Aldo Conterno winery manages these lands directly, continuing a winemaking history that began in the 1920s in a region whose connection with oenology is ancient and profound, dating back to the time of Italian unification.
How it is produced
Production begins in mid-October with a rigorous manual harvest and selection of the best bunches in the vineyard. Vinification involves fermentation with skin maceration in steel tanks at a controlled temperature for about thirty days. The wine is also subjected to repeated rackings. After an initial period in steel, the wine matures in large Slavonian oak barrels for over two years. This long ageing process allows the tannins to soften and defines a solid structure, encouraging an elegant sensory evolution over time.
History and Curiosities
Born on the historic hills of Monforte d’Alba, Aldo Conterno’s Barolo Bussia embodies a winemaking vocation that began in 1920. This noble Barolo DOCG has its roots in the history of the Unification of Italy in 1861, when Cavour chose it as the official wine. The Nebbiolo grapes, grown at an altitude of 400 metres on sandy and calcareous soils, ensure an impeccable structure. Carefully aged in Slavonian oak barrels, the wine releases intense aromas of rose petals and leather, celebrating authentic Piedmontese craftsmanship in every glass.
Awards
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2021
94/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2021
95/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1969
- Oenologist: Franco e Stefano Conterno
| Name | Aldo Conterno Barolo Bussia 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Conterno Aldo |
| Story | History and Curiosities Born on the historic hills of Monforte d’Alba, Aldo Conterno’s Barolo Bussia embodies a winemaking vocation that began in 1920. This noble Barolo DOCG has its roots in the history of the Unification of Italy in 1861, when Cavour chose it as the official wine. The Nebbiolo grapes, grown at an altitude of 400 metres on sandy and calcareous soils, ensure an impeccable structure. Carefully aged in Slavonian oak barrels, the wine releases intense aromas of rose petals and leather, celebrating authentic Piedmontese craftsmanship in every glass. |
| Origin | Bussia, Monforte d'Alba (Piedmont, Italy) |
| Soil composition | Calcareous marl alternating with layers of sand |
| Harvest | Mid-October |
| Fermentation temperature | 32 °C (maximum) |
| Fermentation | About a month (25–30 days) |
| Production technique | Skin maceration in stainless steel tanks for about a month (25-30 days); repeated racking; ageing in large Slavonian oak barrels for about 26-28 months |
| Wine making | Vinification in red with maceration of the skins in stainless steel tanks for about a month (25-30 days), with repeated rackings; initial ageing in steel and subsequent ageing in large Slavonian oak barrels for about 26-28 months, then bottling. |
| Aging | After 4-5 months in stainless steel tanks and repeated rackings, maturation in large Slavonian oak barrels for about 26-28 months, then bottling. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |