COLOUR
Red
TYPE
Still
VINTAGE
2017
GRAPE
Nebbiolo
PRODUCER
Costa di Bussia - Tenuta Arnulfo
REGION
Piemonte
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Finish
Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
Tannins
High
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Barolo Luigi Arnulfo Bussia 2017 is a red wine from the Barolo DOCG in Piedmont, Italy, produced by Costa di Bussia - Tenuta Arnulfo. It is crafted from 100% Nebbiolo grapes. The wine originates from the highly regarded Bussia cru, a vineyard site recognized for its significant contribution to Barolo's reputation. The producer, Costa di Bussia - Tenuta Arnulfo, is associated with a traditional winemaking approach focused on Nebbiolo.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
€40
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Barolo must be aged for at least 38 months, with 18 months in oak.
Fact 02
Nebbiolo grapes are notoriously difficult to grow, requiring specific soil and climate.
Fact 03
The Bussia cru is one of the largest and most historically significant crus in Barolo.
Fact 04
Barolo wines are known for their remarkable aging potential, often improving for decades.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Barolo Luigi Arnulfo Bussia involves the careful cultivation and harvesting of Nebbiolo grapes. Following harvest, the grapes undergo fermentation, likely in controlled temperature environments. A significant period of aging follows, typically in large oak casks, which is a hallmark of traditional Barolo production. This extended maturation allows the wine to develop its characteristic structure and complexity before release.
