COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Arnaldo Rivera
REGION
Piedmont
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Arnaldo Rivera Barolo Bussia 2017 is a Nebbiolo-based wine from the Barolo DOCG appellation in Piedmont, Italy. It originates from the highly regarded Bussia cru in Monforte d'Alba. The wine is part of the Arnaldo Rivera project, a collaboration between Terre del Barolo and its growers, focused on highlighting exceptional vineyard sites and fruit. Arnaldo Rivera, the project's namesake, was instrumental in founding the Terre del Barolo cooperative in 1958. The vineyards are situated at an average elevation of 410 meters with a southwest exposure, on soils composed of gray marl, sandstone, and limestone-clay marls. The 2017 vintage was marked by challenging weather conditions in Piedmont.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€56
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
16-18°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Bussia is one of Barolo's most prestigious crus.
Fact 02
Vineyards for this wine are at an average of 410 meters elevation.
Fact 03
Some vines contributing to this wine were planted as early as 1969.
Fact 04
The Arnaldo Rivera project launched in 2017.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The winemaking process for Arnaldo Rivera Barolo Bussia 2017 involves fermentation with skin maceration in stainless steel tanks for 10-20 days at controlled temperatures up to 30-32°C. Malolactic fermentation often occurs in oak barrels. Aging is extensive, typically for at least 18 months in large Slavonian oak or French oak casks, followed by bottle aging. Manual harvesting with grape selection in the vineyard and cellar is practiced. The winery's approach prioritizes minimal intervention to express the fruit and provenance.
