By Attilio Ghisolfi
2017 Barolo Bussia

Winemaking Notes
The grapes for this wine come from South and South-west facing vineyards between five and 18 years old, at approximately 328 to 383 yards in altitude. The terroir is marly, white tufa in the Visette (Bussia) area, near the village of Monforte d'Alba. Maceration on skins takes place over ten days at controlled temperatures, with natural fermentation using native yeasts. The wine is aged in large Slavonian oak barrels for 36 months, with further aging of six months in the bottle at a controlled temperature.

Technical Details
Grape Variety: 100% Nebbiolo
Origin: Piedmont, Italy
Total Acidity: 6.18 g/L
Residual Sugar: 0.54 g/L

Tasting Notes
Ruby-red, almost garnet color. A flowery, rich, expansive nose. The taste is well-balanced, mature, deep, and tannic, with a long finish. This wine is excellent for drinking from an early age. A great accompaniment to roasts, game, truffle-flavored dishes, or mature cheeses.
[Information provided by Quintessential Wines]

Attilio Ghisolfi
Barolo Bussia 2017
Score: 95
Price: $70
Wine Type and Color: Red Still
Magazine Issue: Nov 15, 2021
Grape: Nebbiolo
Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo
Reviewed By: Bruce Sanderson
Forthcoming aromas of rose, cherry and licorice are the hallmarks of this supple red. Bright and well defined, with notes of tobacco, cut hay and tar adding detail. Solidly built, this should develop nicely over the next two decades. Best from 2024 through 2043.

Attilio Ghisolfi, Barolo DOCG (Piedmont, Italy) ‘Bussia’ 2017
Price: $70
Importer: Quintessential Wines
Young Barolo can be a chore to taste - the acidity levels are generally in the “don’t tell your dentist you’re doing this” zone - but it’s a worthy endeavor.  In this case, rustic style is a benefit, with earth and tea notes joining the blueberry and cherry fruit. After two hours in a decanter this is just starting to loosen up, though the ripeness level helps with early approachability. I would start with a ten-year hold on this, or decant for at least a day if you need to go in early.
Points: 95
Reviewed By: Rich Cook
Review Date: Aug 17, 2021

Attilio Ghisolfi 2017 Bussia (Barolo)
Rating: 94
Designation: Bussia
Variety: Nebbiolo
Appellation: Barolo, Piedmont, Italy
Winery: Attilio Ghisolfi
Alcohol: 14.5%
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Category: Red
Importer: Quintessential Wines
Date Published: 10/1/2021
Reviewed by: Kerin O’Keefe
A camphor-like aroma mingles with forest floor, blue flowers and botanical herbs. Elegantly structured, the full-bodied palate features ripe Morello cherry, strawberry compote, star anise and tobacco framed in firm, fine-grained tannins. Drink 2027 - 2032.

ATTILIO GHISOLFI BAROLO BUSSIA 2017
Monday, July 5, 2021
Country: Italy
Region: Piedmont
Vintage: 2017
Score: 94
This is very clear and refined with dark-berry, candied-citrus and mineral undertones on both the nose and palate. It’s medium-bodied. Bright and fresh at the end. Tight and fine tannin texture. Try after 2023.