Giuseppe Rinaldi
Barolo Bussia 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Barolo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Aged in large barrels for 36 months |
- Name and grape variety: Barolo DOCG 2021 made exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes
- Traditional ageing: long maceration followed by 36 months in large wooden barrels
- Complex aromas: notes of undergrowth, cinchona, graphite, tobacco and balsamic nuances
- Taste: freshness and savouriness, fine tannins, three-dimensional, long-lasting finish
- Serving and pairings: decant for 1 hour at 18-20°C; perfect with game and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Barolo Bussia by Giuseppe Rinaldi is a substantial red wine from Piedmont, made from Nebbiolo grapes. Distinguished by its garnet colour with iridescent highlights, it reveals a deep aromatic profile with notes of undergrowth, cinchona and graphite. The bouquet is enriched with hints of tobacco, balsamic nuances, blood orange, violet and medicinal herbs. On the palate, it expresses well-integrated freshness and savouriness, supported by an enveloping structure and a subtle tannic grip. The harmonious taste unfolds into a three-dimensional finish of extraordinary persistence.
Where it comes from
The grapes are grown in Bussia, a renowned area of Piedmont dedicated to producing outstanding Barolo expressions. The Giuseppe Rinaldi winery, a historic family-run estate, cultivates its vineyards according to the principles of organic farming. Every intervention in the vineyard and cellar aims to preserve the integrity of the soil and the identity of the grape variety. The characteristics of the land are reflected in a precise tannic texture, capable of supporting a complex gustatory structure. This profound connection with its native land gives the wine exceptional ageing potential, ensuring a fascinating longevity that endures for decades.
How it is produced
Vinification involves a long maceration on the skins, followed by a slow maturation of thirty-six months in wooden barrels. This oenological choice allows the polyphenolic components to evolve and smooth out naturally over time. At the table, it elegantly accompanies structured meats, game, mature cheeses and a flavoursome risotto with Castelmagno cheese and hazelnuts. To enhance its aromatic breadth, a serving temperature between 18 and 20 °C is recommended. One hour of decanting before consumption allows every nuance to express itself in the glass with maximum clarity.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1920, the historic family-run winery Giuseppe Rinaldi preserves authentic Piedmontese tradition through the organic cultivation of just eight hectares. Led by oenologist Marta Rinaldi, the estate enhances the essence of Nebbiolo through a lengthy maceration and a slow ageing process of 36 months in large barrels, practices that bestow extraordinary elegance upon the Barolo Bussia 2021. This refined expression, awarded 97 points by Decanter, reflects the dedication of an estate that offers a masterpiece of pure character.
Awards
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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.
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2021
96/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1920
- Oenologist: Marta Rinaldi
- Bottles produced: 50.000
- Hectares: 8
Nothing has changed in so many vintages, apart from the working support of Giuseppe's daughters, Marta and Carlotta, who, keeping the tradition intact with an eye on the future, have been able to tune traditionalists and progressive Barolo lovers.
The winery, one of the most classic in the Langhe, preserves the varietal character of the vines bred and cared for according to the dictates of organic farming, which are then subjected to long maceration and maturation in large barrels, to then give the glass elegant wines with strong character, full of history and sure of a bright future. Read more
| Name | Giuseppe Rinaldi Barolo Bussia 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Giuseppe Rinaldi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1920, the historic family-run winery Giuseppe Rinaldi preserves authentic Piedmontese tradition through the organic cultivation of just eight hectares. Led by oenologist Marta Rinaldi, the estate enhances the essence of Nebbiolo through a lengthy maceration and a slow ageing process of 36 months in large barrels, practices that bestow extraordinary elegance upon the Barolo Bussia 2021. This refined expression, awarded 97 points by Decanter, reflects the dedication of an estate that offers a masterpiece of pure character. |
| Origin | Bussia, Barolo, Piedmont, Italy |
| Production technique | Long maceration and maturation in large casks for 36 months |
| Wine making | Vinification in large barrels where it then rests for 36 months. |
| Aging | Aged in large barrels for 36 months |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |