Marco Bonfante Bussia Barolo 2018
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"Marco Bonfante Bussia Barolo 2018
About the producer:
Marco Bonfante Winery, established in 2000 by Marco and Micaela Bonfante, is a family-owned estate located in Nizza Monferrato, Piedmont, Italy. With a winemaking heritage spanning eight generations, the winery focuses on crafting elegant wines that authentically represent the region's terroir, emphasizing indigenous grape varieties.
About the region:
Barolo, often referred to as the ""King of Wines,"" hails from the Langhe region in Piedmont, northwestern Italy. The Bussia vineyard, situated between the villages of Barolo and Monforte d'Alba, is renowned as one of the area's most prestigious crus. Its unique terroir imparts power and complexity to the wines produced there.
About the grape variety:
This Barolo is made from 100% Nebbiolo, a grape variety celebrated for its high acidity, firm tannins, and complex aromatic profile. Nebbiolo thrives in the calcareous-clay soils of the Langhe region, producing wines known for their longevity and depth.
Style and tasting notes:
The Bussia Barolo 2018 exhibits a deep garnet-red color. On the nose, it presents refined and intense aromas of violets, spices, and hints of rust. The palate is dry, warm, full-bodied, and harmonious, with noble tannins that become more elegant with bottle aging. This wine captivates with its elegance and complexity, offering spicy and velvety notes that envelop the senses, leading to a long and persistent finish.
Trivia:
The Bussia vineyard is esteemed for its exceptional terroir, contributing to the production of some of the most powerful and complex Barolos.
The 2018 vintage underwent meticulous vinification, followed by aging in large French oak barrels, enhancing its structure and aging potential.
This Barolo is particularly suited for long-term aging; when stored at a constant temperature of 12°-14°C, it can be enjoyed even after 25 years."
